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The incidence rate of fractures is significantly higher in patients following hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation compared to the general U.S. population

Fracture Rate Higher Following Stem Cell Transplant

Findings in patients undergoing stem cell transplant versus general U.S. population
When an older patient breaks the upper arm

Surgery Seldom Needed for Fracture of Proximal Humerus

In elderly, healing was just as efficient -- and safer -- when arm was immobilized in sling
Abdominal obesity is associated with increased risk of hip fracture

Abdominal Obesity Ups Risk of Hip Fracture

Lower body mass index combined with abdominal obesity linked to increased risk of hip fracture
Older patients with a broken hip are more likely to die after the fracture if they're discharged from the hospital early

Shorter Hospital Stay Tied to Higher Mortality Post-Hip Fx

Survival odds improve with longer stay
The risk of fractures increases with both weight gain and loss in older women

Postmenopausal Weight Loss or Gain Ups Risk of Fracture

Researchers found just a 5 percent gain or loss may affect postmenopausal bone health