What is broken pelvis?

The pelvis is made up of several bones (ileum, ischium and pubic bones). This area of the body protects many of the abdominal and reproductive organs; and, major nerves and blood vessels. The location of the fracture will determine the course of treatment.

How do members experience broken pelvis?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with broken pelvis*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for broken pelvis*

Who has broken pelvis on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 2
30s 5
40s 10
50s 7
60s 14
70+ 6

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 7
Female 35