Indications and Outcomes of Osteoporosis and Bone Modulation Therapies
Publication Date
2015
Journal Title
Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am
Abstract
Osteoporosis is a disorder of bone strength that leads to an increased risk of fractures. It is most commonly seen in patients aged 50 or older, although it can sometimes occur at a younger age if there are other comorbidities present. The most common cause of osteoporosis by far is menopause, although it also occurs in men, usually with higher morbidity rates than those seen in women. There are many treatment options available, such as anabolics and antiresorptives, with many more currently being developed. However, osteoporosis remains grossly unrecognized and untreated, resulting in a significant strain on the American economy.
Volume Number
27
Issue Number
4
Pages
567-71
Document Type
Article
EPub Date
2015/09/14
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
PMID
DOI
10.1016/j.coms.2015.06.009