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Philippines | Orthopaedic Surgery | Volume 14 Issue 12, December 2025 | Pages: 1567 - 1576
Fragility Fractures in the Elderly: Patterns and Prevalence in a Tertiary Medical Center in 2017-2021
Abstract: This study investigates the prevalence and patterns of fragility fractures among elderly patients aged 65 and above at a tertiary medical center in Western Visayas, Philippines, from 2017 to 2021. Employing a cross-sectional analytical design, the research analyzes 363 cases to determine fracture distribution by age, sex, and level of activity. Findings reveal a declining trend in fracture incidence, with proximal femur fractures being the most common across all age groups. Females showed higher susceptibility, and community ambulators were more frequently affected. The study highlights the need for early screening and preventive strategies targeting osteopenia and osteoporosis to mitigate future fracture risks in aging populations.
Keywords: Fragility fractures, elderly, osteoporosis, prevalence, risk factors
How to Cite?: Gibby R. Urbano, Dr. Lucille Detoyato, Dr. Karla Araneta, "Fragility Fractures in the Elderly: Patterns and Prevalence in a Tertiary Medical Center in 2017-2021", Volume 14 Issue 12, December 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1567-1576, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251216193623, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251216193623