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Osteoporosis: Current Insights and Treatments by tarikeops is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by compromised bone strength and increased risk of fracture. Bone strength depends on bone density and quality. The global osteoporosis treatment market was valued at $9.6 billion in 2009 and is expected to reach $18.2 billion by 2017 due to strong treatment options and an aging population. However, decreased use of hormone replacement therapy has led to a rise in osteoporosis prevalence. Dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) is the standard for measuring b
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