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HERO ID
505913
Reference Type
Journal Article
Title
An Update on Osteoporosis
Author(s)
Nochowitz, B; Siegert, S; Wasik, M
Year
2009
Is Peer Reviewed?
Yes
Journal
American Journal of Therapeutics
ISSN:
1075-2765
EISSN:
1536-3686
Volume
16
Issue
5
Page Numbers
437-445
Language
English
Abstract
Osteoporosis is a skeletal disease that currently affects more than 25 million men and women in the United States. This silent affliction presents asymptomatically as the compromised bone composition in the body goes unrealized and may ultimately lead to fractures. Without treatment or preventative measures, the risks of morbidity and mortality are increased. Complications arising from osteoporosis are often a result of disease-related fractures, which can lead to decreased efficiency of activities of daily life, disabling pain, loss of independent living, and, in some instances, death. Early diagnosis is crucial, and treatment or prevention is highly recommended for the most optimal outcome. Individualized therapy is necessary due to the multitude of therapeutic options. As the population of Americans older than 65 years is expected to double by the year 2050, osteoporosis prevention and treatment will be vital to effective patient care.
Keywords
bisphosphonates; calcium; calcitonin; estrogen replacement therapy; hormone replacement therapy; osteoporosis; osteopenia; selective; estrogen receptor modulators; teriparatide; randomized controlled-trial; postmenopausal osteoporosis; atrial-fibrillation; vertebral fractures; zoledronic acid; hip; fracture; risk-factors; women; alendronate; bisphosphonates
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