FUND. OF ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY F16 PKG
FUND. OF ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY F16 PKG
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ISBN: 9781323431122
Author: Martini
Publisher: PEARSON C
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Chapter 8, Problem 24RQ
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To determine:

The reason behind the increased likelihood of a hip fracture to occur than a broken shoulder, in a person suffering from the osteoporosis.

Concept introduction:

Osteoporosis is a disorder in which the loss of bone mass and bone density occurs to a level that increases the risk of fracture. It is more common in females as compared to males. It generally occurs in aged individuals.

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