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About the ANZHFR

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Eligibility

A person is eligible to be included in the ANZHFR if they are:

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Over the age of 50 years old

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Diagnosed with a hip fracture

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Admitted to a participating hospital for their care

For further information on the purpose of this data collection, please click here.

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Information

The following information will be collected about your experience with hip fracture in the hospital:

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Your name, date of birth, contact details, national health care number, and residential status.

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Details about your level of independence prior to admission, and your medical history.

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Details about your admission to hospital, the treatment provided, and details about your discharge from hospital.

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Privacy

The ANZHFR complies with privacy legislation ensuring that information is:

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Securely stored, remains confidential, and is only be available to approved registry or research personnel

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Only used for research purposes if agreed to by an approved independent Human Research Ethics Committee

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Only used in presentations or publications in a way where your information is not identifiable

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Able to be linked to other data collections to assist understanding of hip fracture care

Frequently Asked Questions

We recognise and acknowledge people with a lived experience of hip fracture - patients, their families, and carers. Their voices are powerful. Their contribution is vital to the work of improving health care.