Active identification of vertebral fracture in the FLS model of care.

Unlabelled: The identification of vertebral fracture is a key point in an FLS. We have analyzed the characteristics of 570 patients according to the route of identification (referral by other doctors, emergency registry or through VFA), concluding that promoting referral by other doctors with a training campaign is effective.

Purpose: Vertebral fractures (VF) are associated with increased risk of further VFs.

Long-term persistence of treatment after hip fracture in a fracture liaison service.

Long-term adherence to antiosteoporosis medication (AOM) in the setting of a fracture liaison service (FLS) are not well known. Patients ≥ 50 with hip fracture seen in an FLS and recommended for treatment to prevent new fractures were analyzed. Baseline data included demographics, identification mode, previous treatment and FRAX items.

Fracture liaison service model: treatment persistence 5 years later.

Unlabelled: We analyzed the long-term persistence of treatment in a FLS. During follow-up, 15.2% of patients had a refracture and 23.

The evolution of an FLS in search of excellence: the experience of Gran Canaria.

Unlabelled: We present the achievements and difficulties of our pioneering FLS within the Spanish public health system over an 8-year period. Despite implementing consolidating measures at the unit, the addition of a support nurse, the establishment of a solid alliance with primary care, the involvement of primary care nurses, and starting initial prescriptions at the hospital are pending.

Purpose: To assess the consolidation of an FLS after its implementation as well as the problems that have arisen over time.