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Osteoporosis
Reports outline osteoporosis research from H.V. Kurup and colleagues
April 5th, 2008
According to recent research published in the journal Joint Bone Spine, "Colles fracture in the elderly is accepted as evidence of osteoporosis. NICE (National Institute of Clinical Excellence) recommends osteoporosis treatment in all fragility fractures over 75 without a DXA (Dual,Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan and after DXA scan in younger patients." "All clinicians involved in the patient's care are said to be responsible for this. We reviewed current practice in United Kingdom to find out the role played by orthopaedic surgeons in organising this treatment. We sent a questionnaire to 150 BOTA (British Orthopaedic Trainees Association) members by e-mail....
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2008-04-05)
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