How to prevent fractures in the individual with osteoporosis.
The high rate of osteoporotic fracture in Western populations has resulted in a significant burden in terms of morbidity, mortality and health care costs. The use of DXA has made the diagnosis of osteoporosis easier and identified a subgroup of individuals who are at a higher risk of fracture. It is...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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2001
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