Effects of smoking habit change on hospitalized fractures: a retrospective cohort study in a male population

ConclusionsLonger time since smoking cessation in men may lead to decreased risk for fractures, especially lumbar and other site fractures. Physicians should counsel patients at risk for fractures both to quit smoking and to maintain abstinence from smoking. Further studies may be required to help comprehend how smoking cessation can affect fracture risk.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research