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For the first fracture to be the last
Bernardo Stolnicki1, Lindomar Guimarães Oliveira2
1Osteometabolic Diseases Sector, Orthopedics Service, Hospital Federal de Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.
Revista Brasileira De Ortopedia
|April 13, 2016
Summary
Osteoporosis treatment effectiveness is best measured by hip fracture rates. Secondary fracture prevention strategies are key to reducing these fractures, as many are preventable with effective treatments.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Orthopedics
- Public Health
Background:
- Aging populations lead to increased fracture incidence.
- Hip fractures are a significant indicator of osteoporosis treatment efficacy due to high morbidity, mortality, and costs.
- Investments in osteoporosis prevention have shown success in reducing hip fracture rates in some regions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of secondary fracture prevention.
- To emphasize the role of orthopedic surgeons in managing osteoporosis and preventing subsequent fractures.
- To underscore that a substantial number of hip fractures are preventable.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of fracture trends in countries with osteoporosis prevention programs.
- Review of the impact of secondary fracture prevention strategies.
- Evaluation of the efficacy of available osteoporosis treatments in preventing subsequent fractures.
Main Results:
- Countries investing in osteoporosis prevention have observed a decline in hip fractures.
- Secondary prevention, focusing on avoiding subsequent fractures, is a common factor in these successful regions.
- Existing treatments are highly effective in reducing the risk of subsequent fractures.
Conclusions:
- A significant proportion of hip fractures are preventable through effective secondary prevention.
- Orthopedic surgeons are pivotal in implementing strategies to prevent subsequent fractures.
- Focusing on secondary prevention is crucial for managing the growing burden of fractures in aging societies.