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Fluoride and osteoporosis.

J Franke1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical Academy Erfurt, G.D.R.

Annales Chirurgiae Et Gynaecologiae
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
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Fluoride therapy effectively treats osteoporosis, with over 80% of patients experiencing symptom relief and significant bone regrowth observed in over half. Careful monitoring is crucial for optimal results and managing potential side effects like gastrointestinal issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Orthopedics
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Osteoporosis is a significant health concern requiring effective treatment.
  • Fluoride therapy has a historical background in treating bone conditions.
  • Industrial fluorosis provides insights into high-dose fluoride effects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of sodium fluoride therapy for osteoporosis.
  • To provide guidelines for performing fluoride therapy, including dosage and controls.
  • To assess radiological and clinical outcomes in patients with primary and secondary osteoporosis.

Main Methods:

  • Treatment of 158 osteoporosis patients with three different sodium fluoride preparations.
  • Clinical, subjective, and radiological assessments of treatment outcomes.

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  • Analysis of patient response rates, including fast-responders, responders, and non-responders.

    • Main Results:

    • 80.4% of patients recovered or became symptom-free.
    • Radiologically distinct spinal reossification observed in 53.8% of patients after 23 months.
    • Identified response rates: 20% fast-responders, 60% responders, 20% non-responders.
    • Reported side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances (34%), gastric ulcers (4.4%), stress fractures (6.9%), and arthralgias (34%).

    Conclusions:

    • Sodium fluoride therapy is effective in treating osteoporosis, leading to clinical improvement and radiological bone regeneration.
    • Careful patient selection, dosage control, and monitoring are essential to maximize therapeutic benefits and minimize adverse effects.
    • The study highlights the importance of intensive therapeutic control for achieving the greatest effectiveness in fluoride treatment for osteoporosis.