Low Rate of Teriparatide Supplementation for the Treatment of Osteoporotic Pelvic Fractures in Elderly Females

Low Rate of Teriparatide Supplementation for the Treatment of Osteoporotic Pelvic Fractures in Elderly Females

Background Osteoporotic pelvic fractures in the elderly lead to pain and immobility resulting in decreased quality of life and worsening frailty. Teriparatide has been shown to shorten time to fracture union, diminish pain, and improve mobilization. At our hospital, this medication is prescribed by...

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Main Authors: David Novikov MD, Mary Grace Kelley MS, Michael S. Kain MD, Paul Tornetta MD, PhD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2024-10-01
Series:Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/21514593241296396
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