U.S., Feb. 4 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06804252) titled 'Incidence of Fragility Fractures and Osteoporosis Screening in Chronic Stroke Patients: a Prospective Observational Study' on Jan. 18.
Brief Summary: Stroke is a known risk factor for the development of osteoporosis, leading to an increased risk of falls and fractures. Several international studies have associated stroke with hip fractures, showing an odds ratio ranging between 1.5 and 4. The literature frequently indicates a lack of management for bone metabolism in patients following cerebrovascular events. This study aims to evaluate the incidence of osteoporosis and fragility fractures in patients with chronic stroke. A secondary...