Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis in inflammatory bowel disease
Lidofsky, S.; Smith, J.
Medicine and Health Rhode Island 92(4): 128-130
2009
ISSN/ISBN: 1086-5462 PMID: 19452756 Document Number: 635650
Osteoporosis secondary to glucocorticoid use is a potentially preventable disorder. It is the role of the physician to establish and maintain disease remission, minimize the use of glucocorticoids, and initiate measures to prevent and treat bone loss. The essentials of management include lifestyle modifications, nutritional interventions, and pharmacologic therapies. Bisphosphonates should be used when indicated.