RT Journal Article
T1 Recommendations for the prevention of fragility fractures: a consensus from international experts and Ibero-American scientific societies
A1 Sáez López, Pilar
A1 Aldecoa Álvarez Santullano, César
A1 Arboiro Pinel, Rosa
A1 Baquero Úbeda, José Luis
A1 Bastida Calvo, José Carlos
A1 Baixaulí García, Francisco
A1 Cassinello Ogea, Concepción
A1 Condorhuamán Alvarado, Patricia Ysabel
A1 Cortés Berdonces, María
A1 Cuadra Llopart, Leonor
A1 Fernández Martínez, Nuria
A1 Giner García, Mercé
A1 Micó Pérez, Rafael Manuel
A1 Mur Molina, Blanca
A1 Naranjo Hernández, Antonio
A1 Neyro Bilbao, José Luis
A1 Ojeda Thies, Cristina
A1 Palacios Gil Antuñano, Santiago
A1 Santiñá Vila, Manuel
A1 Soto Bonel, José
A1 Tarazona Santabalbina, Francisco José
AB PurposeTo develop a multidisciplinary consensus outlining key recommendations to prevent fragility fractures and improve care through coordinated efforts across healthcare sectors.MethodsAn international group of experts, coordinated by the Spanish National Hip Fracture Registry (RNFC), engaged over 300 professionals and 31 scientific societies. Using a nominal group technique, the committee reviewed scientific evidence and collaboratively developed ten core recommendations. The consensus was refined through multiple telematic reviews and finalized at the 7th RNFC Annual Meeting in March 2024.ResultsThe consensus presents ten actionable recommendations: (1) inclusion of osteoporosis and fragility fractures in health policies, (2) early detection and management of frailty and falls, (3) implementation of clinical practice guidelines, (4) promotion of fracture registries and audits, (5) support for Orthogeriatric Units and Fracture Liaison Services (FLS), (6) adoption of a “Fragility Fracture Code,” (7) empowerment of Primary Care in fracture prevention, (8) increased patient association involvement, (9) public awareness campaigns, and (10) promotion of research including patient-reported outcomes.ConclusionsFragility fractures are a major public health issue with rising incidence, disability, and healthcare costs. This consensus offers unified, evidence-based guidance for policy makers, healthcare professionals, and patient organizations. Broad dissemination and implementation of these recommendations aim to reduce fracture rates and enhance patient outcomes through coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
PB Springer Nature Link
SN 1862-3514
YR 2025
FD 2025-06-12
LK https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/124500
UL https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/124500
LA eng
NO Sáez-López, P., Aldecoa Álvarez-Santullano, C., Arboiro-Pinel, R. et al. Recommendations for the prevention of fragility fractures: a consensus from international experts and Ibero-American scientific societies. Arch Osteoporos 20, 76 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11657-025-01551-2
NO 2025 Acuerdos transformativos CRUE
DS Docta Complutense
RD 13 may 2026