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.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Analgesics, Opioid / therapeutic use*
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / therapeutic use*
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Bone Density
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Bone and Bones / pathology
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Drug Administration Schedule
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Fractures, Bone / drug therapy*
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Fractures, Bone / surgery
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Frail Elderly
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Humans
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Osteoporosis / drug therapy
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Osteoporosis / therapy
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Osteoporotic Fractures / drug therapy*
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Osteoporotic Fractures / surgery
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Pain
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Pain Management*
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Time Factors
Substances
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Analgesics, Opioid
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal