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The development of Taiwan Fracture Liaison Service network
Lo-Yu Chang1, Keh-Sung Tsai2, Jen-Kuei Peng3
1School of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan.
Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia
|February 19, 2019
Summary
Taiwan
Area of Science:
- Geriatrics
- Public Health
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Osteoporosis and fragility fractures pose a significant global healthcare burden, particularly in the aging Asian-Pacific region.
- Inadequate quality of care for osteoporosis remains a persistent challenge.
- The Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) program aims to enhance post-fracture care and prevent secondary fractures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce the development and current status of the Taiwan Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) network.
- To highlight the growth and achievements of the Taiwan FLS program.
- To discuss strategies for further FLS expansion in Taiwan.
Main Methods:
- Review of the establishment and growth of the Taiwan FLS network since 2014.
- Description of initiatives by the Taiwanese Osteoporosis Association (TOA) to promote FLS sites.
- Analysis of FLS coverage and accreditation in Taiwan.
Main Results:
- The Taiwan FLS network has grown exponentially since its inception in 2014.
- Currently, there are 22 FLS sites in Taiwan, with 11 accredited.
- Taiwan has achieved high FLS coverage in the Asian-Pacific region and received international recognition.
Conclusions:
- The Taiwan FLS network has demonstrated significant success in improving osteoporosis care.
- Continued efforts by the TOA are crucial for expanding FLS sites and mitigating the health burden of osteoporosis.
- The Taiwan FLS model serves as a valuable example for secondary fracture prevention.
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