[Practice guideline for patients with osteoporosis]

Area of Science:

• Gerontology
• Public Health
• Rheumatology

Background:

• Osteoporosis (OP) is a significant health concern for middle-aged and elderly individuals in China, with increasing prevalence.
• Clinical diagnosis and treatment guidelines for OP are frequently updated, emphasizing collaborative decision-making between doctors and patients.
• Patient understanding of OP and clinical guidelines is crucial for effective treatment adherence and improved health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop patient-centered practice guidelines for osteoporosis management.
• To incorporate patient concerns and perspectives into clinical practice guidelines.
• To enhance the diagnosis and treatment rates of osteoporosis through collaborative efforts.

Main Methods:

• Established an Osteoporosis Patient Practice Guideline working group focused on patient-identified issues.
• Developed 14 recommendations for patient practice guidelines.
• Adhered to the World Health Organization guidelines development manual and international normative processes.

Main Results:

• 14 evidence-based recommendations for osteoporosis patient practice guidelines have been proposed.
• The guidelines were developed through a collaborative process involving patients.
• The recommendations address key concerns of patients regarding osteoporosis management.

Conclusions:

• Patient involvement in guideline development is essential for effective osteoporosis management.
• The developed guidelines aim to improve the clinical diagnosis and treatment rate of osteoporosis.
• These patient practice guidelines support shared decision-making between healthcare providers and patients.