11 Questions
What is the predicted increase in the burden of osteoporosis-related fractures by 2050?
Two- to threefold
Which bone fracture has the highest immediate mortality rate?
Hip
What is the estimated number of fractures occurring annually worldwide?
More than 8.9 million
Which age group is most likely to suffer fractures at some point in life?
Men and women aged 50 and above
Osteoporosis-related fractures are predicted to decrease by 2050 on a worldwide basis due to advancements in medical technology.
False
The majority of osteoporosis-related fractures occur in patients with osteopenia or osteoporosis.
True
Clinical vertebral fractures represent about two-thirds of all vertebral fractures.
False
Hip fractures have an immediate mortality rate of about 12%
True
Osteoporosis-related fractures can affect any bone, but common sites are the forearm (Colles’ fracture), ______ (vertebral frac- tures), humerus and hip.
spine
Osteoporosis is under- ______ and under-treated throughout Asia, particularly in rural areas, due to low provision of technologies like DXA, which are required to make the diagnosis.
diagnosed
Treatment of ______ fracture accounts for the majority of the health-care costs associated with osteoporosis.
hip
Test your knowledge of osteoporosis with this quiz! Learn about the risk factors, symptoms, and prevention of this common bone disease. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply interested in bone health, this quiz will help you understand the impact of osteoporosis and how to minimize the risk of fractures.
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