Journal article
The treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis
Abstract
Glucocorticoid use results in an increase risk for fractures. Over the past 10 years, we have a greater understanding of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, prevention and treatment of glucocorticoid induced osteoporosis. This article reviews these recent findings and selective practice guidelines.
Authors
Cohen D; Adachi JD
Journal
The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Vol. 88, No. 4-5, pp. 337–349
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
April 2004
DOI
10.1016/j.jsbmb.2004.01.003
ISSN
0960-0760