A retrospective observational study of osteoporosis management after a fragility fracture in primary care.

ABSTRACT: In many countries, osteoporosis is predominantly managed by primary care physicians; however, management after a fragility fracture has not been widely investigated. We describe osteoporosis care gaps in a real-world patient cohort. Our findings help inform initiatives to identify and overcome obstacles to effective management of patients after fragility fracture.

Purpose

A fragility fracture is a major risk factor for subsequent fracture in adults aged ≥ 50 years. This retrospective observational study aimed to characterize post-fracture management in Canadian primary care.

Methods

A total of 778 patients with an index fragility fracture (low-trauma, excluding small bones) occurring between 2014 and 2016 were identified from medical records at 76 primary care centers in Cana

SUBMITTER: Bell A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9072526 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature