Closing the Osteoporosis Care Gap in Hip Fracture Patients: An Opportunity to Decrease Recurrent Fractures and Hospital Admissions
Background. Falls and hip fractures are an increasing health threat to older people who often never return to independent living. This study examines the management of bone health in an acute care setting following a hip fracture in patients over age 65. Methods. Retrospective chart review of all pa...
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| Main Authors: | Anna Byszewski, Genevieve Lemay, Frank Molnar, Nahid Azad, Seanna E. McMartin |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2011-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Osteoporosis |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.4061/2011/404969 |
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