Osteoporosis Flashcards
1
Q
What % of women over age of 50 will have a fracture due to osteoporosis?
A
50%
2
Q
What is a T-score?
A
standard deviation of a gender matched young adult mean
3
Q
Name 2 properties of bone other than bone mineral density that contribute to bone strength?
A
Size geometry microarchitecture turnover minerlisation
4
Q
What is the most commonly used drug in osteoporosis?
A
Bisphosphonates
