Change in vertebral strength and bone mineral density in men and women over the year post-hip fracture: a subgroup analysis

ConclusionDespite the small sample size, these findings suggest that appreciable loss of vertebral trabecular bone can occur for both sexes in the year following hip fracture, which may increase the risk of subsequent vertebral fracture, particularly for women.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research