Nov 1, 2018 · Atypical femoral fracture is a rare but serious complication of long-term bisphosphonate therapy. Although the benefit of preventing osteoporotic fractures greatly outweighs the risk of …

Although causation between bisphosphonates and atypical fractures is yet to be demonstrated, there is a growing evidence base to suggest a higher incidence to atypical femoral fractures in patients who …

Aug 19, 2020 · Bisphosphonates are effective in reducing hip and osteoporotic fractures. However, concerns about atypical femur fractures have contributed to substantially decreased bisphosphonate …

Apr 21, 2025 · Bisphosphonates (BPs) are commonly prescribed for the treatment of osteoporosis; however, certain complications arise with long-term bisphosphonate therapy (>5 years) [3]. The …

Atypical femoral fractures are a rare but increasingly recognized complication of prolonged bisphosphonate therapy. This case underscores the importance of maintaining clinical vigilance in …

Frontal view of the pelvis reveals acute mid-femoral shaft fracture with characteristic lateral cortex beaking consistent with bisphosphonate fracture (arrow). Her prescription history confirmed that she …

Jan 10, 2024 · AbstractContext. Prolonged bisphosphonate (BP) treatment for osteoporosis prevents hip and other fractures but causes atypical femoral fractures (AFF).Obje

Feb 8, 2026 · Atypical femoral fractures (AFFs) are rare but increasingly recognised complications associated with prolonged bisphosphonate therapy. We present the imaging findings of a 64-year-old …