Osteoporosis
Hintze, G.; Graf, D.
Medizinische Monatsschrift für Pharmazeuten 39(6): 228-234
2016
ISSN/ISBN: 0342-9601 PMID: 27439255 Document Number: 688416
Osteoporosis is among the main causes for bone fractures. In this overview we report on the prevalence of the disease, the diagnostic procedures, and the therapeutic options. The prevalence increases with age and women are more often affected than men. The diagnosis usually is made on the basis of dual X-ray absorptiometry. Prophylactic measures include a sufficient intake of calcium and vitamin D. Bisphosphonates play a central role in the pharmacotherapy of this disease.