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The most significant risk of osteoporosis is fractures due to weakened bones. The most common fracture sites include:
1. Vertebral Fractures (Spine): These are the most frequent, occurring 7 times more often in women than in men with osteoporosis.
2. Hip Fractures: Osteoporosis-related hip fractures are twice as common in women as in men, and their incidence significantly increases in individuals over 70 years of age. Hip fractures carry a high mortality risk, ranging from 12% to 40% within the first year, emphasizing the vital importance of urgent treatment and early patient mobilization.
3. Wrist Fractures: These fractures are also common, occurring 5 times more frequently in women than in men.
What is the result of osteoporosis (bone loss)?
1. Vertebral Fractures (Spine): These are the most frequent, occurring 7 times more often in women than in men with osteoporosis.
2. Hip Fractures: Osteoporosis-related hip fractures are twice as common in women as in men, and their incidence significantly increases in individuals over 70 years of age. Hip fractures carry a high mortality risk, ranging from 12% to 40% within the first year, emphasizing the vital importance of urgent treatment and early patient mobilization.
3. Wrist Fractures: These fractures are also common, occurring 5 times more frequently in women than in men.