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Safe Use of Bisphosphonates in Osteoporosis by Pablo Ignacio is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Bisphosphonates are effective at reducing fracture risk in osteoporosis but can have safety risks. The risks of osteonecrosis of the jaw and atypical femur fractures are low but increased with longer bisphosphonate use, invasive dental procedures, and other risk factors. To reduce risks, bisphosphonates should be taken as recommended, dental health monitored, drug holidays considered after 5 years of treatment, and risks reassessed to determine need for continued use.
- Author
- Pablo Ignacio
- Language
- EN