A Practical Approach to Osteoporosis Management in the Geriatric Population
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Osteoporosis is a medical condition that is seen commonly in elderly patients, and it is associated with a large burden of morbidity and mortality. This article provides a practical approach to the workup and management of osteoporosis in patients 65 years or older.
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دوره 18 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015