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An estimate of the worldwide prevalence and disability associated with osteoporotic fractures

O. Johnell, J. Kanis

2006.9.16OSTEOPOROSIS INTERNATIONAL

DOI: 10.1007/s00198-006-0172-4

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It is concluded that osteoporotic fractures are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in the developed countries.

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JOHNELL, O.; KANIS, J. An estimate of the worldwide prevalence and disability associated with osteoporotic fractures. OSTEOPOROSIS INTERNATIONAL, 2006, 17: 1726–1733.