Endocrine Abstracts

Osteoporosis is a common condition characterised by reduced bone mass and deteriorated bone architecture. Osteoporosis is by WHO defined as bone mineral density (BMD) T-score < -2.5 at the spine or hip. Osteoporosis is a very heterogeneous condition, ranging from asymptomatic to severe in patients with fractures, especially vertebral and hip fractures, but also other central fractures are associated with morbidity and increased mortality. Management of osteoporosis is chal...