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Clinical and forensic medicine issues in osteoporosis fractures.
Aging Clin Exp Res
April 2011
University of Genoa, School of Medicine - Department DINOG - Orthopaedic Unit, Genoa, Italy.
Article Synopsis
- Severe osteoporosis is defined by a T-score lower than -2.5 and one or more fragility fractures, which can lead to significant social and economic impacts.
- Despite having opportunities to diagnose osteoporosis, many orthopedic surgeons fail to do so, even with effective treatment options available.
- Adhering to scientific society guidelines is crucial to avoid legal repercussions concerning diagnosis, therapy, and patient information.