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A Prospective Audit of Osteoporosis assessment, investigation and management at a General Practice in Ireland

Sinead MURRAY

Osteoporosis is a common, underdiagnosed condition associated with increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Early identification of high-risk patients can reduce fracture incidence. Current guidelines recommend routine fracture risk assessment (FRAX) in women over 65, men over 75 and adults with osteoporosis risk factors including glucocorticoid use, family history, smoking, and diabetes. This practice reflection aims to measure compliance with evidence-based osteoporosis management in adults at risk of fracture and implement improvements in a single centre in Ireland.