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World J Orthop. Mar 18, 2016; 7(3): 171-181
Published online Mar 18, 2016. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v7.i3.171
Published online Mar 18, 2016. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v7.i3.171
Figure 1 Hip fractures expected impact.
Incidence of hip fractures worldwide adjusted for demographic changes.
Figure 2 Economic burden.
Expected costs in 2050 based on changes in demography.
Figure 3 Total cost of osteoporosis vs brain disorders.
- Citation: Pisani P, Renna MD, Conversano F, Casciaro E, Di Paola M, Quarta E, Muratore M, Casciaro S. Major osteoporotic fragility fractures: Risk factor updates and societal impact. World J Orthop 2016; 7(3): 171-181
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2218-5836/full/v7/i3/171.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5312/wjo.v7.i3.171