Disparities in management of symptomatic osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures: a nationwide multidisciplinary survey.

ABSTRACT: This nationwide multidisciplinary survey found dissatisfaction among physicians with current osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture care, revealing significant disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up practices. Issues include poor communication and differing guidelines. Improving interdisciplinary collaboration and standardized care strategies is essential for better patient outcomes.

Purpose

This survey aims to assess current preferred care practices for symptomatic osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF) in the Netherlands, focusing on guideline adherence, identifying knowledge gaps, and clarifying consensus and collaboration across medical disciplines in OVCF treatment.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted via Qualtrics (Provo, UT) u

SUBMITTER: Weber A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11499376 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature