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Demographics of patients randomised
| Intervention group (n = 15) | Comparison group (n = 14) | |
|---|---|---|
| Mean age at randomisation (standard deviation) | 80.6 (8.8) | 78.6 (9.3) |
| Gender | ||
| n (%) Male | 8 (53) | 11 (79) |
| n (%) Female | 6 (40) | 3 (21) |
| n (%) Indeteterminate | 1 (7) | 0 (0) |
| Type of surgical fixation | ||
| n (%) Sliding hip screw | 12 (80) | 13 (93) |
| n (%) Cephalomedullary nail | 3 (20) | 1 (7) |
