Teaching Points (Osteoporosis)
- 'Osteoporosis is characterised by low bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to enhanced bone fragility and a consequent increase in the risk of fracture'
- Important public health issue that is often under-recognised in the community until a disabling fracture occurs
- There are several indications for testing of bone mineral density, as a surrogate marker of osteoporosis
- DEXA is currently the favoured modality for determining bone mineral density
- The World Health Organisation has developed strict criteria that determines eligibility for osteoporotic treatment
- Several pharmacological treatments are available that effectively treat osteoporosis and prevent further loss of bone density
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