The Results: NIHR Feasibility RCT: Acetabular Fractures in Older Patients Intervention Trial (AceFIT: ISRCTN16739011). CI Andrew Carrothers, Joseph Alsousou, Daud Chou, Jaikirty Rawal, Joseph Queally, Peter HullAddenbrookes, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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The AceFit trial, led by Chief Instructor Andrew Carrothers, focuses on the increasing incidence and complexity of acetabular fractures in older patients. This NIHR feasibility study, conducted in the UK, examines treatment outcomes, particularly comparing surgical versus conservative management approaches for a demographic with unique challenges, including comorbid conditions and bone fragility. During the presentation, Carrothers outlines the study's methodology, patient demographics, surgical outcomes, and complications. He emphasizes the importance of evidence-based treatment protocols, highlighting the need for further research to define optimal management strategies for this medically complex patient cohort. The study reveals that while surgical management provides better functional outcomes, there are inherent risks such as dislocation. Overall, the presentation encapsulates the urgency for a multidisciplinary approach to improve care for older adults with acetabular fractures.

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