Osteoporosis care during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands: A national survey
ConclusionDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, osteoporosis care almost completely arrested, especially because of the discontinuation of DXA-scanning and closing of outpatient clinics. More than half of the respondents reported a substantial lower quality of osteoporosis care during the COVID pandemic. To prevent an increase in fracture rates and a decrease in patient motivation, adherence and satisfaction, standardization of osteoporosis care delivery in situations of crisis is needed.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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