Bone mineral density measurement and osteoporosis treatment after a fragility fracture in older adults: regional variation and determinants of use in Quebec
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Osteoporosis (OP) is a skeletal disorder characterized by reduced bone strength and predisposition to increased risk of fracture, with consequent increased risk of morbidity and mortality. It is therefore an important public health p...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2005-06-01
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| Series: | BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders |
| Online Access: | http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2474/6/33 |