Trends in Operative Fixation of Olecranon Fractures in Elderly Australians: A Nationwide Study From 2000 to 2024

Operative fixation of olecranon fractures in Australians aged 75 years and older increased over the 25-year study period, despite growing evidence supporting nonoperative management in this population. Although female patients accounted for the majority of procedures, their per-capita fixation rates remained stable, while male rates doubled. These findings reflect evolving surgical practice and support further research into patient selection, clinical outcomes and economic implications.