Update of the SEIOMM clinical guideline of osteoporosis: abaloparatide
J A Riancho1, M Martín Millán1, P Peris2
1Servicio de Medicina Interna, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, Universidad de Cantabria, Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla (IDIVAL), Santander, Spain.
Introduction:
Osteoporosis is a highly prevalent condition. SEIOMM has published guidelines for managing these patients in 2022. The recent introduction of a new drug in Europe, abaloparatide, makes it advisable to consider its role among therapeutic options.
Objective And Results:
This article summarizes the existing information on the efficacy and safety of abaloparatide and it updates the therapeutic algorithms proposed in the guidelines.
Conclusion:
Abaloparatide is an osteoanabolic drug with efficacy and safety similar to teriparatide. It represents a new option for treating patients with severe osteoporosis and a very high risk of fracture.
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