Fragility fractures and their care are a major burden on individuals, health systems, and social care systems in industrialized countries. Fragility fracture can lead to long lasting painful and disabling condition. The level of pain is a major determinant for the outcome of any treatment of these fractures regardless of its location. The treatment of pain in patient with fragility fracture is rarely considered a priority in the care pathway.

NSAIDs and opioids in management of fragility fractures

IOLASCON, Giovanni;Moretti, Antimo;GIMIGLIANO, Raffaele;GIMIGLIANO, Francesca
2013

Abstract

Fragility fractures and their care are a major burden on individuals, health systems, and social care systems in industrialized countries. Fragility fracture can lead to long lasting painful and disabling condition. The level of pain is a major determinant for the outcome of any treatment of these fractures regardless of its location. The treatment of pain in patient with fragility fracture is rarely considered a priority in the care pathway.
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