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Most patients want fracture risk information, but few receive it. They prefer visual, online tools and discussing risks with doctors to improve osteoporosis care.

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  • Patient communication strategies
  • Health risk perception

Background:

  • Most patients desire fracture risk information, yet a significant gap exists in its delivery.
  • The Risk Communication in Osteoporosis (RICO) study addresses this unmet need.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess patient preferences for communicating fracture risk information.
  • To identify effective methods for conveying osteoporosis-related fracture risks.

Main Methods:

  • Structured interviews were conducted globally with 332 women at risk for or diagnosed with osteoporosis.
  • Interview questions were informed by a systematic literature review and a pilot study.

Main Results:

  • Only 56% of participants had received fracture risk information, despite deeming it important.
  • Patients globally preferred visual, traffic-light style graphs of their fracture risk (FRAX®) over verbal or written formats.
  • Overwhelming patient interest was shown in online tools and discussing risks with healthcare professionals.

Conclusions:

  • A substantial communication gap exists between healthcare providers and patients regarding osteoporosis fracture risk.
  • The RICO study highlights patient-preferred methods, including visual aids and digital tools, to bridge this gap.