In-hospital falls among geriatric patients: prevalence of major injuries and associated factors

Yangjin Jegal; Chae Chil Lee; Young Dae Jeon; Sang Heon Oh; Soe Hee Ahn; Ki Bong Park

doi:10.1186/s12877-025-06480-w

November 26, 2025BMC GeriatricsOpen Access

In-hospital falls among geriatric patients: prevalence of major injuries and associated factors

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Geriatric patients face an increased risk of major injuries, often leading to fractures after in-hospital falls.
Around eight times more likely than non-geriatric patients, highlighting a significant health concern.
Examination of hospital records focuses on prevalence and associated factors leading to injuries from falls.
Findings suggest the need for enhanced fall prevention strategies tailored for aging populations.

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Analysis reveals higher prevalence of fractures in geriatric patients after in-hospital falls, indicating significant injury risks.

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Geriatric patients were approximately eight times more likely to experience major injuries after in-hospital falls than non-geriatric patients, with fractures being the most common major injury.

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Jegal et al. (2025) studied this question.

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