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This retrospective study compares two patient groups with different severities of injuries, and analyzes their patient characteristics and short-term outcomes, focusing on functionality upon discharge. The investigation aims to present the characterizing features of both patient groups, and to identify the potential risk factors for early functionality after trauma. The patient collective comprises two patient groups: a polytrauma group with 91 patients, and a femoral fracture group with 132 patients. Under the control of potential influencing factors, the present study showed no significant influence of belonging to either of the patient groups (multiple trauma or proximal femoral fracture) on the mobility status at discharge. Age, known dementia, pre-clinical intubation, and the lowest Hb value were identified as significant influencing factors. Despite their old age and vulnerability, the majority of geriatric patients survive accidents. 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