Osteoporosis

BMD Testing Rates Low in Men Initiating ADT for Prostate Cancer

The rate of bone mineral density testing is low among men with prostate cancer initiating androgen deprivation therapy.

Increased Risk for Nonspinal Fracture in Moderate to Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

Fracture prevention efforts should be considered in patients with CKD of any age, according to investigators.

Hypogonadism May Predict Vertebral Fracture in Patients With Chronic Glucocorticoid Exposure

Researchers identified the risk factors associated with fragility fracture development in patients receiving glucocorticoids.

Asthma Is Associated With Increased Risk for Osteoporosis

Researchers analyzed the association of asthma and its subgroups with osteoporosis in the Korean adult population, and determined the effects of asthma on osteoporosis based on condition of asthma management.

Evaluating the Effects of Teriparatide on Predicted Bone Strength in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Researchers evaluated the effects of teriparatide among patients with rheumatoid arthritis and investigated the clinical determinants associated with increases in predicted bone strength and BMD.

Challenges and Strategies in the Management of Osteoporotic and Fragility Fractures During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Several studies have assessed the potentially increased rate and the management of osteoporotic and fragility fractures during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Botox for TMJ Disorder Does Not Affect Jaw Bone Density

Jaw bone density and volume are similar between women who had BTX injections to treat TMJDs and those who did not.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Tied to Worse Bone Health

History of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is independently associated with a higher risk for confirmed vertebral fracture.

Abdominal Aortic Calcification Associated With Prevalent Vertebral Fractures in Women With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Researchers evaluated the prevalence of abdominal aortic calcification and its association with prevalent vertebral fractures in women with rheumatoid arthritis.

Lung-Specific Risk Factors Linked to Hip Fracture in Smokers

The addition of lung-specific risk factors into fracture risk assessment tools may more accurately predict hip fracture risk in smokers.

Short-Term Romosozumab Use Highly Effective in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Primary Osteoporosis

Researchers evaluated the short-term clinical efficacy of romosozumab in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and primary osteoporosis.