Systematic review shows increased fracture risk in individuals with type 2 diabetes, suggesting targeted prevention strategies are necessary.
T2D is associated with an increased risk of fractures, especially in lower limbs (hip, ankle and foot). These findings highlight the importance of targeted fracture prevention strategies and site-specific risk assessment for individuals with T2D. However, due to the heterogeneity among studies, caution is required in the interpretation of these findings.
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