Atypical femoral fractures and bisphosphonate use: current evidence and clinical implications
AbstractOsteoporosis is a disease characterized by a low bone volume and deterioration of the bone quality, which increases the risk of low-energy fractures. Bisphosphonate (BP) treatment increases the bone mass and reduces the risk of fractures in patients with osteoporosis by suppressing bone reso…
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Radiographic Characteristics of AFFs Evaluated
In a study examining case definition for atypical femoral fractures (AFF), where sensitivity and specificity of radiographic fracture characteristics were calculated, lateral cortex transverse fracture pattern was the most sensitive and specific characteristic and the most highly agreed upon by revi…
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Management of atypical femoral fracture: a scoping review and comprehensive algorithm
Atypical femoral fractures (AFF) are a rare type of femoral stress fracture recently described, potentially associated with prolonged bisphosphonate…
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