Osteoporosis in older persons : pathophysiology and therapeutic approach

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    • Duque, Gustavo
    • Kiel, Douglas P.

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Osteoporosis in older persons : pathophysiology and therapeutic approach

Gustavo Duque, Douglas P. Kiel, editors

Springer, c2008

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Description

The book summarizes recent advances in the elucidation of the mechanisms involved in senile osteoporosis as well as its potential treatment, bringing an integrated approach from the bench to the clinical practice. A unique aspect of this book is its emphasis on the application of translational research in the field of osteoporosis and falls. The book provides a complete review on the prevention as well as current and future treatments of osteoporosis.

Table of Contents

Biology of Bone.- Aging and Bone.- Calciotropic Hormones.- Sex Steroids and Aging Bone.- Animal Models for Senile Osteoporosis.- Senile Osteoporosis as a Geriatric Syndrome.- Genetics of Osteoporosis in Older Age.- Fracture Epidemiology Among Individuals 75+.- Falls as a Geriatric Syndrome: How to Prevent Them? How to Treat Them?.- Non-Pharmacological Treatments for Falls and Fractures.- Medical Treatment of Age-Related Osteoporosis: Present and Future.- Treatment of Osteoporosis in Long-Term Care.- Fracture Care in the Elderly.

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