Risk of imminent fracture following a previous fracture in a Swedish database study

ConclusionsOur findings highlight the need to intervene rapidly after any fragility fracture in postmenopausal women. The occurrence of a fragility fracture provides healthcare systems with a unique opportunity to intervene to reduce the increased risk of subsequent fractures.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s00198-019-04852-8

Source: Osteoporosis International - January 24, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research