MON-812 A Retrospective Analysis of the Utilization of the Fracture Liaison Service at an Academic Medical Center During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Abstract Disclosure: S.S. Mohammed: None. B. Nguyen: None. R. Thomas: None. H. Johnson: None. S. Yanamala: None. F. Batrash: None. A. Yu: None. E.T. Ngo: None. S. Tadisina: None. B.M. Drees: None. Background: Osteoporosis affects over 10 million Americans and associated fragility hip fractures result in significant morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Secondary fracture prevention initiatives, such as Fracture Liaison Services (FLS), have proven effective in reducing recurrent fractures and healthcare costs. However, the sustainability of FLS, especially during global health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, remains uncertain. Objective: This study aimed to retrospectively examine the utilization of FLS during the COVID-19 pandemic and explore the risk factors for osteoporosis in patients admitted with fragility hip fractures. Methods and Data Collection: A retrospective analysis of patients aged >50 years admitted for fragility hip fractures from 1/1/2020-6/30/2023 was conducted, using data from the Trauma Registry. Medical records were reviewed using the Electronic Medical Record system. Results: A total of 109 patients were diagnosed with fragility hip fractures. Mean age of 72 ± 11.8 years, with 62 females (56.9%) and 47 males (43.1%).108 patients (99.1%) had physical therapy (PT) consultations, and 81(74.3%) underwent fall risk assessments. 68 (62.4%) patients had abnormal vitamin D levels, 27(24.8%) had chronic kidney disease, 34 (31.2%) had abnormal TSH…
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