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Pathological fractures Flashcards

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Assessment/Management

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Address any medical problems - malignancy, endocrine disorders, menopausal

Falls assessment

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Investigations

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If > 65 and FEMALE - put straight onto Ca, Vit D+ and bisphosphonates (no DEXA needed)

DEXA scans
T > 2.5 SD - Osteoperotic

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Management

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Depends on pathology

osteoporosis vs malignancy

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