Abstract #1160606: Quality Improvement project for effective evaluation and management of Osteoporosis in patients admitted with fragility hip fractures

Abstract

Osteoporosis is a widely prevalent disorder accounting for 1.5 million fractures annually in the United States, resulting in high morbidity, mortality and economic sequelae. However, a large gap exists in its diagnosis in patients with fragility fractures, interfering with the opportunity for effective intervention.