Impact of the Fracture Risk Assessment on Patient and Physician Behavior in Osteoporosis Prevention
Conclusion:
Physician behavior was not influenced by FRAX results in the intervention group; however, positive patient behavior changes occurred in both groups. Primary prevention efforts conducted through heel ultrasound screening and pharmacist consultation led women to follow-up; however, awareness still needs to be raised of the value of FRAX in osteoporosis prevention.
Source: Journal of Pharmacy Practice - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: McConaha, J. L., Berdine, H. J., Skomo, M. L., Laux, R. V., Higginbotham, S. K., O'Neil, C. K. Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research
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