Researchers Develop Novel Diagnostic Model for Osteoporosis Based on Key Genes
By conducting machine learning analysis of gene expression profile, researchers developed a novel diagnostic signature for osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis Prevalence at Femur Neck, Lumbar Spine 12.3%
The prevalence of osteoporosis at either the femur neck or lumbar spine or both was 12.6 percent among adults aged 50 years and older in 2017 to 2018.
Evidence, Primary Considerations for Bisphosphonate Drug Holidays in Patients With Osteoporosis
Authors of the review discuss primary considerations and areas for future research regarding bisphosphonate drug holiday duration in patients with osteoporosis.
Impact of COVID-19 on Osteoporosis Care Evaluated
Study authors utilized electronic questionnaires to assess the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on osteoporosis management.
ASBMR, AACE, NOF Develop Joint Guidance on COVID-19 Vaccination and Osteoporosis Management
ASBMR, AACE, Endocrine Society, ECTS, IOF, and NOF developed guidance on COVID-19 vaccination and osteoporosis management.
Hand Grip Strength Linked to Greater Bone Size, Strength in Older Men and Women
Researchers determined the association between grip strength and distal radius bone density, size, and strength in both older men and women enrolled in the Framingham Osteoporosis study.
ENDO 2021: Rates of Drug Treatment for Osteoporosis Low in the US
Many patients who are eligible for drug therapy of osteoporosis are not receiving prescriptions for bone-directed medications.
Sydney AFF Score Accurately Detects Atypical Femur Fractures in Women
The Sydney AFF Score is a tool to help differentiate atypical from typical femur fractures in women, independent of bisphosphonate use.
Vertebral Fracture, AAC Score Predict Osteoporotic Fracture in Men
Prevalent vertebral fractures and abdominal aortic calcification are independent predictors of incident major osteoporotic fractures in older men.
Bone Density Testing Low in Veterans With Kidney Stone Disease
Almost one-quarter of patients with kidney stone disease have a prevalent diagnosis of osteoporosis or fracture, and screening after diagnosis identifies additional patients with osteoporosis.
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