Osteoporosis – “An emerging epidemic”
Journal Title: JOURNAL OF MEDICAL COLLEGE CHANDIGARH - Year 2015, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Osteoporosis is highly prevalent condition characterized by decrease in bone mass associated with microarchitectural changes in bone structure. Fragility fractures especially of hip & vertebrae are most cumbersome complications of this disease and are associated with marked morbidity & increased risk of mortality. Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is the main tool to measure bone mineral density which helps in diagnosis of Osteoporosis. Decision to treat should be based on comprehensive fracture risk assessment. Anti-osteoporotic drugs should be used along with non-pharmacologic approaches & particular drug should be selected on the basis of its efficacy & safety considerations. This review article gives a synopsis of pathogenesis, diagnosis & current evidence in management of osteoporosis.
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Vinay Kapur
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