| Osteoporotic hip fractures in the elderly cause an increasing morbidity and mortality year by year, which are always a concern for orthopedic doctors. Traditional evaluation Singh index of osteoporosis is widely used in clinical work. As a significant index for predicting hip fractures, its grade is assessed on common X-ray. Meanwhile, the combination of Singh index, bone mineral density, femoral anatomic structure, and multiple biochemical indexes enhances the accuracy rate of predicting hip fractures. It is also very important for the evaluation of bone quality, the choice of internal fixation, and reduction of the failure rate of surgery in the treatment of hip fractures. Singh index make a correct assessment of hip fractures which may be beneficial to early functional restoration of the joints and to avoid serious complications due to long-term bedding. This paper summarizes the current research status and the development. |