Osteoporotic fractures: what orthopaedic surgeons can do to prevent the next fall and the next fracture? - Nguyen MP, Gannon NP, Miller AN.

Falls are the leading cause of injuries for geriatric patients, causing significant morbidity and mortality. Orthopaedic surgeons should take an active role in decreasing patient falls, improving patient bone health, and initiate care to prevent subsequent...
Source: SafetyLit - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Elder Adults Source Type: news