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'Bone Health-Across a Woman's Lifespan'
Gabrielle Stokes1,2,3, Madhuni Herath1,2,3, Navira Samad1,2,3
1Centre for Endocrinology & Metabolism, Hudson Institute of Medical Research, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.
Clinical Endocrinology
|January 28, 2025
Summary
Osteoporosis and fractures are common globally, yet diagnosis and treatment are often delayed. This review addresses bone health in women, focusing on osteoporosis management challenges across different life stages.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Bone Metabolism
- Women's Health
Background:
- Osteoporosis and minimal trauma fractures represent a significant global health burden.
- A notable treatment gap exists in the timely diagnosis and optimal management of bone fragility.
- International consensus and guidelines for managing bone fragility in premenopausal women are lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current knowledge on factors affecting women's bone health throughout adulthood.
- To discuss diagnostic and management challenges of osteoporosis in premenopausal and postmenopausal women.
- To explore bone health considerations in premature ovarian insufficiency and post-breast cancer treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of factors impacting women's bone health.
- Analysis of diagnostic and assessment dilemmas in osteoporosis.
- Examination of management strategies for bone fragility in various female populations.
Main Results:
- Identified key factors influencing bone health across the female lifespan.
- Highlighted significant challenges in osteoporosis diagnosis and assessment.
- Underscored the need for specific guidelines for premenopausal women and those with specific conditions.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for improved osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment globally.
- Specific guidelines are required for managing bone fragility in premenopausal women.
- Comprehensive management strategies are essential for women with premature ovarian insufficiency and those undergoing breast cancer treatment.
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