BOPDHB Patient Resources Fractured Neck of Femur Patient Handbook- May 2015 | Page 11

In some cases you may bleed during the operation and you may
require a blood transfusion during or after your operation. Whether
you decline or accept any blood components or products, your
decision will be respected and treated with privacy.

Infection
An infection can occur in the wound or deep tissue around the
repair. This could happen while you are in hospital or after you go
home. Minor infections are usually treated with antibiotics but major
infections can sometimes require further surgery.

Blood clots, deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
This is the term used when a blood clot develops in the deep veins
in the back of your lower leg. When detected the treatment may
involve blood thinning injections followed by a course of tablets.
There is a small risk of developing a DVT following surgery.

What is a ‘fractured neck of femur’?

Bleeding

Delirium
Delirium can sometimes occur after an operation. Delirium is a state
of altered consciousness which occurs suddenly (usually within hours
or days) as a result of a physical illness or sometimes in response to
treatment such as surgery. Delirium is a common condition that can
occur in patients of all ages, but does so more frequently in the elderly
or those with pre-existing memory conditions.
Delirium occurs in up to 30% of patients following repair of a
fractured neck