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Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disorders
Osteoporosis
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Osteoporosis
Pathophysiology
Fragility fractures
Pathophysiology reference
Classification
Primary osteoporosis
Secondary osteoporosis
Classification reference
Risk Factors
Risk factors references
Symptoms and Signs
Diagnosis
Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA)
Radiographs
Other testing
Diagnosis references
Treatment
Risk factor modification
Calcium and vitamin D
Antiresorptive medications
Anabolic agents
Other medications for osteoporosis
Monitoring response to treatment
Treating pain and maintaining function
Treatment references
Prevention
Key Points