High prevalence and undertreatment of osteoporosis in elderly patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty

ConclusionsDue to a high incidence of undiagnosed and untreated osteoporosis in elderly patients with potential effects on the success of osseointegration as well as other clinical outcomes, DXA measurements should be included in the clinical routine for these patients prior to THA.

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Source: Osteoporosis International - February 11, 2021 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research