Management of Fractures in Severely Osteoporotic Bone: Orthopedic and Pharmacologic Strategies

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Karl Obrant

Management of Fractures in Severely Osteoporotic Bone

Orthopedic and Pharmacologic Strategies

Karl Obrant

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English

Springer London Ltd
13 October 2010

Rheumatology; Orthopaedics & fractures

This book brings together current knowledge concerning all aspects of the treatment of osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures in one volume.

It covers both surgical and pharmacological treatment options: General Aspects on Osteoporosis and Fracture, Fracture Healing, Orthopedic Management Options, Non-Pharmacological Prevention of Osteoporotic Fractures, and Identification and Management of Secondary or Localized Bone Loss. Individual chapters cover diagnosis and prevention, as well as discussing the treatment of individuals who have already sustained various osteoporotic fractures.

The book will be of great interest to all individuals involved with osteoporosis prevention and management programs, including orthopedic and trauma surgeons, rehabilitation professionals, physio- and occupational therapists, and trainees within these fields.

Edited by: Karl Obrant
Imprint: Springer London Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2000
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 943g
ISBN: 9781849968553
ISBN 10: 1849968551
Pages: 604
Publication Date: 13 October 2010
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

I. General Aspects on Osteoporosis and Fracture: Size of the Problem. Pathophysiology. X-Ray Absorptiometry. Ultrasound. Bone Quality. Biochemical Markers. Fracture Risk.- II. Fracture Healing: Deficient Fracture. Growth Factors. Bone Graft Substitutes. Fracture Healing. III. Orthopedic Management Options: Hip Fracture. Wrist Fracture. Spinal Fractures. Other fractures in Osteoporotic Patients.- IV. Non-Pharmacological Prevention of Osteoporotic Fractures: Prevention of Falls. Hip Protectors. Nutrition. Physical Activity.- V. Pharmacological Prevention of Osteoporotic Fractures: Calcium and Vitamin D. Estrogen. Bisphosphonates. Calcitonin. Flouride. Androgens and Anabolic Steroids. Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs). Evolving Therapies.- VI. Identification and Management of Secondary or Localized Bone Loss: Rheumatoid Disease. Transient Migratory Osteoporosis. Immobilization and Posttraumatic Osteopenia. Sympathetic Dystrophy. Localized Osteolysis After Joint Replacement Surgery.- VII. Concluding Remarks: Fractures Prevention Algorithm.