Weakened bones (osteoporosis) represent a serious health threat for aging postmenopausal women by predisposing them to an increased risk of fracture. The process of bone loss accelerates at menopause so that by age 80, many women have lost, on average, approximately 30% of their peak bone mass. Hip and spine fractures are associated with a particularly high morbidity and mortality in postmenopausal women.
Management of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Weakened bones (osteoporosis) represent a serious health threat for aging postmenopausal women by predisposing them to an increased risk of fracture. The process of bone loss accelerates at menopause so that by age 80, many women have lost, on average, approximately 30% of their peak bone mass. Hip and spine fractures are associated with a particularly high morbidity and mortality in postmenopausal women.
Management of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis