Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in the elderly
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1000-6699.2014.10.018
- VernacularTitle:老年骨质疏松症防治
- Author:
Shi BU
;
Xiaoyan XING
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Aged;
Osteoporosis
- From:
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism
2014;30(10):886-888
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Although osteoporosis is often considered asilent disease,it is highly prevalent.It will definately affect the health of elderly people and bring heavy burden to the society.Studies of osteoporosis will also draw great attention in the field of geriatrics.The diagnosis,treatment,and monitoring of osteoporosis have not yet been standardized.Multidisciplinary medical staff should work together along with the cooperation of the patients.
