Osteoporosis
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Knowledge gaps about long-term osteoporosis drug therapy benefits, risks remain large
A position paper makes recommendations based on findings from an NIH workshop and systematic review.
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Few stroke patients undergo osteoporosis screening, treatment
Stroke patients are at increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures, yet few receive bone mineral density testing and treatment.
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Hip T scores can guide duration of osteoporosis therapy
A treat-to-target approach using total hip T scores could help guide decisions about how long women with osteoporosis should stay on bone-building...
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Think ‘fall prevention’ in SLE patients
SAN FRANCISCO – Lupus patients have twofold increased fracture risk independent of their use of corticosteroids.
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Romosozumab gets FDA approval for treating osteoporosis
The pair of injections mainly works by encouraging new bone formation.
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New postmenopausal osteoporosis guidelines emphasize patient priorities
NEW ORLEANS –
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Simple screening for risk of falling in elderly can guide prevention
NEW ORLEANS – Grip strength testing and the Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale questionnaire may be best.
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PPI-fracture link can’t be ruled out
PHILADELPHIA – While observational studies provide some evidence of a modest...
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Exercise type matters for fall prevention among elderly
Balance and functional exercises are best at preventing falls.
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Frailty, diabetes increase fragility fracture risk
Frailty status may aid in understanding the diabetes bone paradox and enhance the quality of assessment and care for diabetes.
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FDA committee votes yes on romosozumab for osteoporosis
FDA and the sponsor propose postmarketing surveillance to track a questionable cardiovascular safety signal.