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Remaining lifetime probability (%) of common osteoporotic fractures in Swedish men and women aged 50 years. (Reprinted from [2], with kind permission from Springer Science+Business Media)
| Site of fracture | Women aged 50 years | Men aged 50 years |
|---|---|---|
| Hip | 22.9 | 10.7 |
| Distal forearm | 20.8 | 4.6 |
| Spine (clinical) | 15.1 | 8.3 |
| Proximal humerus | 12.9 | 4.9 |
| Any of the above | 46.4 | 22.4 |
