CCFP 105 Topics: Osteoporosis
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Written By: Cezara-Maria Latcu Peer Review By: Bianca-Mariana Baila FM PGY1
Check also the CCFP 105 Topics: Periodic Health Assessment Part One and Two episodes. So, first things first: Who should be assessed for osteoporosis and fracture risk? There are three categories: 1. All women and men aged 65 or more; 2. Adults aged 50-64 who are at high risk of fracture or have already experienced a fragility fracture; 3. Younger adults under the age of 50 who are at high risk of fractures. We know who, let's see „How?"
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