Fractures Flashcards
1
Q
what is the FRAX score?
A
fracture risk assessment tool
Predcit the chance of patietn developing another fracture-
if the score is higher need to find ways to reduce risk of another fracture
2
Q
what risk factors are onsidered in the FRAX score?
A
AGE
SEX
weight
height
BMI
previosu fractures (fragility fracutre, osteoporors)
family hsitory of fracutres (parent fractured hip)
current smoker
gluccorticoid sue
Rheuamtoid arthitis (makes bones thiinner and weaker)
3
Q
what does the FRAX score calculate
A
the 10 year risk percentage of major osteoprortic fracture and also 10 year percentage of hip fracture
_modifisable risk facutre if risk is high- preventu_on
