Up-to-Date Knowledge on Osteoporosis Treatment Selection in Postmenopausal Women
- Author:
Hye Gyeong JEONG
1
;
Min Kyung KIM
;
Hee Jeung LIM
;
Seul Ki KIM
Author Information
- Publication Type:REVIEW ARTICLE
- From:Journal of Menopausal Medicine 2022;28(3):85-91
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: The concept of a super-aged society has led to a steady increase in the average lifespan and hence, interest in a healthy life has increased. Aging is a major risk factor for many diseases, including osteoporosis. Osteoporotic fractures have a significant impact on the quality of life of the elderly and hence, it is pivotal to provide effective treatment of osteoporosis after menopause. Osteoporosis requires proper management and the treatment must be centered on long-term goals. New drugs with diverse mechanisms have been developed for treating osteoporosis. Current management of osteoporosis generally focuses on the importance of risk-based strategies to maximize the effectiveness of existing treatments and mitigate potential negative side-effects. Additionally, there is a need for sequential treatment of osteoporosis in the future. This review discusses the dynamic strategies for osteoporosis treatment and the importance of long-term management in postmenopausal women.
