Epidemiology of hip fracture in Botswana

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Authors

Maikutlo Kebaetse · University of Botswana

Shathani Nkhwa · University of Botswana

Mpho S. Mogodi · University of Botswana

Japhter Masunge · University of Botswana

Y. P. Gureja · Botswana Harvard AIDS Institute Partnership

M. Ramabu · Botswana Harvard AIDS Institute Partnership

Tiro Mmopelwa

Abstract

The hip fracture rates can be used for healthcare planning. Additionally, these data can be used to create a FRAX model to help guide decisions about treatment.

Topics & Keywords

Hip and Femur Fractures Bone health and osteoporosis research Hip disorders and treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Archives of Osteoporosis

Volume 16, Issue 1, pp. 24-24

DOI: 10.1007/s11657-021-00885-x

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