Challenges in Delivering Effective Care for Older Persons with Fragility Fractures.
Clin Interv Aging
; 19: 133-140, 2024.
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ABSTRACT
Fragility fractures occur because of low-impact trauma or even spontaneously in individuals with osteoporosis. Caring for older persons with fragility fractures can present several challenges due to the unique needs and vulnerabilities of this population. Older individuals commonly have multiple medical conditions, such as osteoporosis, arthritis, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes. These comorbidities can complicate fracture management and increase the risk of complications. Fracture repair through surgery may be more complex in older patients due to poor bone quality, decreased tissue elasticity, and higher chances of anesthesia complications. In addition, mobility and functional limitations post-fracture are highly prevalent in this population, affecting their independence and increasing their risk of institutionalization. Addressing these challenges requires a multidisciplinary approach involving orthopedic surgeons, geriatricians, physical and rehabilitation physicians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dieticians, social workers, and caregivers. Preventive measures, such as fall prevention strategies and osteoporosis management, can also play a vital role in reducing the incidence of fragility fractures in older persons.
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01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Osteoporose
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Fraturas Ósseas
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Fraturas por Osteoporose
Limite:
Aged
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Aged80
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Clin Interv Aging
Assunto da revista:
GERIATRIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Colômbia
País de publicação:
Nova Zelândia