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Review: epidemiology and pathophysiology of atypical femur fractures.

Ng, Alvin C; Png, Meng Ai; Chua, David T; Koh, Joyce S B; Howe, Tet Sen.

Curr Osteoporos Rep ; 12(1): 65-73, 2014 Mar.

Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-24526234

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The recent recognition of the clinical phenomenon of atypical femoral fractures has garnered significant scientific interest. In this review, we will discuss and summarize the salient developments in the current understanding of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and radiology of atypical femoral fractures.

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Femoral Fractures/epidemiology , Bone Density Conservation Agents/adverse effects , Diphosphonates/adverse effects , Femoral Fractures/diagnostic imaging , Femoral Fractures/etiology , Hip Fractures/diagnostic imaging , Hip Fractures/epidemiology , Hip Fractures/etiology , Humans , Radiography

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