Diagnosis and Treatment of Osteoporosis in Older Adults

• Autores: Dima L. Diab, Nelson B. Watts
• Localización: Endocrinology and metabolism clinics of North America, ISSN 0889-8529, Vol. 42, Nº. 2, 2013 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Aging and Endocrinology), págs. 305-317
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Osteoporosis in the elderly is a serious problem that is increasing as the population ages. Diagnosis is established by measurement of bone mineral density or by the presence of a fragility fracture, especially a spine or hip fracture. Bone-active agents should be prescribed for older patients with osteoporosis to decrease fracture risk. Nonskeletal risk factors for fracture and psychosocial impairment must be identified and managed, and therapy must be individualized