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The purpose of this study was to evaluate patient-centered outcomes, including post-operative pain relief, functional performance, and satisfaction, in older adults with pelvic ring fractures treated with percutaneous screw fixation and to assess injury characteristics, complications, and return-to-home rates. Methods: In this retrospective cohort study, patients 50 years and older who had their pelvic fracture treated in the Amsterdam UMC location AMC between January 2019 and December 2022 were identified. After a minimum follow-up period of 6 months, a questionnaire was conducted by phone to evaluate the pain, current living situation, and mobility of the patients. Results: A total of 51 patients were included in this study with a median age of 74 years (IQR 62\u201382), and the vast majority were female (n = 40, 78%). Over half of the pelvic fractures were caused by low-energy trauma (n = 29, 57%). Unilateral or bilateral sacral fractures with unilateral anterior ring fractures were the most common fracture pattern. The interoperative complication rate was 4%, and the in-hospital complication rate was 23%. Forty-five patients were reached to complete the questionnaire. Forty patients (91%) returned to an acceptable level of mobility after treatment, and almost all (n = 44, 98%) were pleased with the results of the surgery. Conclusions: Percutaneous screw fixation of pelvic fractures in older adult patients is a safe and effective operating technique. Most patients preserve their pre-morbid functionality and are able to return to their previous place of residence after admission. 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