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Fragility Fractures in the Developing World: a Rising Challenge

  • Geriatric Orthopedics (E Meinberg, Section Editor)
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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Present the major aspects of fragility fractures, emphasizing their prevention and care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Recent Findings

Fragility fractures will increase significantly during the next few decades, especially in LMICs. Demographic and socioeconomic data remain limited. Fragility fractures have a low priority for most LMICs, as well as for global public health leadership.

Summary

The majority of the world’s population lives in LMICs. Their socioeconomic features and healthcare resources are heterogeneous, but all lack access to medical and surgical care, especially in more impoverished and rural regions. Fragility fractures are a major cause of disability with negative economic impact. Population growth and aging drive their increasing number and burden. Resources necessary for prevention and treatment are deficient. Present plans and corrective measures may be insufficient to address the global needs of fragility fractures.

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Trafton, P.G. Fragility Fractures in the Developing World: a Rising Challenge. Curr Geri Rep 7, 278–287 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13670-018-0267-8

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