Rheumatology

Question 1

Indication for BMD if < 50

Answer 1

• Fragility fracture
  • Prolonged use of glucocorticoids*
  • Use of other high-risk medications†
  • Hypogonadism or premature
menopause
  • Malabsorption syndrome
  • Primary hyperparathyroidism
  • Other disorders strongly associated with rapid bone loss and/or fracture