Time from admission to surgery in Polish patients with hip fractures: temporal trends in the last decade and association with duration of hospitalization and in-hospital mortality.

INTRODUCTION: Hip fracture is an important cause of morbidity and mortality among elderly patients worldwide. It poses a particular challenge for healthcare systems with limited financial and human resources. OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to assess factors associated with the length of hospital stay and in‑hospital mortality, focusing on the time from admission to surgery. The secondary goal was to assess temporal trends in the intervals …