Osteoporosis: The Daily PANCE Blueprint
What is the most common fracture type seen in patients with osteoporosis?
A. Colles fracture
B. Vertebral compression fracture
C. Hip fracture
D. Humerus fracture
E. Pelvic fracture
Answer and topic summary
The answer is B. Vertebral compression fracture
Vertebral compression fractures are the most common fracture type in osteoporotic patients, occurring in approximately 700,000 patients annually in the United States. These fractures typically occur in the thoracic spine (T8-T12) and upper lumbar spine, often following minimal trauma or normal daily activities. Risk factors include advanced age, female gender, low bone mass, previous fracture, and glucocorticoid use. Treatment options include conservative management with pain control and bracing, or in selected cases, vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty. Prevention strategies include adequate calcium and vitamin D intake, weight-bearing exercises, and appropriate osteoporosis medications such as bisphosphonates.
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