Osteoporosis : an evidence-based guide to prevention and management /

Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Cummings, Steven R., Cosman, Felicia, 1958-, Jamal, Sophie (Sophie A.), 1966-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Philadelphia, Pa. : American College of Physicians--American Society of Internal Medicine, [2002]
Series:ACP women's health series.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Bone biology, epidemiology, and general principles
  • Bone densitometry and spine films
  • Markers of bone turnover and the laboratory evaluation of secondary osteoporosis
  • Nutrition
  • Physical activity as a strategy to conserve and improve cone mass
  • Estrogens
  • Selective estrogen-receptor modulators
  • Phytoestrogens and DHEA
  • Bisphosphonates
  • Calcitonin
  • Anabolic agents
  • Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis
  • Clinical cases
  • Selection of medications and guidelines for fracture prevention