Osteoporosis – Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment: A Systematic Review [Internet].

Aim Osteoporosis results from a reduction in the quantity of bone tissue and the deterioration of bone microstructure, leading to a general loss in bone strength and greater fracture risk. While part of the natural aging process, osteoporosis doesnt affect everyone to the same degree. The condition is common in Sweden, the annual socioeconomic costs for osteoporosis and related fractures coming to 3.5 billion kronor. The scientific literature on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis was systematically reviewed.

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