[Evidence-based fracture prevention through preventing falls: evidence around prevention of hip fracture among the elderly with dementia].
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There have been various studies on the prevention of falls and fractures in the elderly, from which we should select and implement effective prevention measures. The present report reviewed systematic review, meta-analysis and randomized controlled trial studies to give evidence-based recommendations for the fracture prevention.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Clinical calcium
دوره 15 8 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005