Risk of institutionalization following fragility fractures in older people
ConclusionsThe risk of institutionalization after fractures of the spine and pelvis was similar to the risk after hip fracture. These fracture sites seem to be associated with a significant decline in physical function.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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