Characterization and effectiveness of a Fracture Liaison Services program in Colombia.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Fracture Liaison Services programs reduce mortality and the risk of refracture and increase treatment and adherence rates. Greater coverage is an important priority for the future. The aim was to determine the characteristics of patients over 50 years old who suffered fractures and the effectiveness of a Fracture Liaison Services program in a health care institution in Colombia.

Methods

This was a retrospective follow-up study of a cohort of patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures managed in a Fracture Liaison Services program. Sociodemographic, clinical and pharmacological variables were identified. Key performance indicators were used to evaluate the effectiveness of the program. Descriptive and bivariate analysis was performed.

Results

A total of

SUBMITTER: Valladales-Restrepo LF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10547802 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature