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American College of Physicians
ACP issues clinical practice guideline for screening for osteoporosis in men
May 21st, 2008
The American College of Physicians (ACP) released a new clinical practice guideline on screening for osteoporosis in men. Studies show that osteoporotic fractures result in substantial disease, death, and health costs in men. "Older men, especially those over the age of 65, need to be assessed regularly for risk factors for osteoporosis," says Amir Qaseem, MD, PhD, MHA, senior medical associate in ACP's Clinical Programs and Quality of Care Department. "Osteoporosis is not just a women's disease. It is significantly underdiagnosed and undertreated in men. Not enough older men are being screened." Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone...
Source: Fitness & Wellness Business Week (2008-05-21)
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