Osteoporosis natural history
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Disease can be complicated by the development of fractures. The prognosis of disease is good. Mortality from the disease depends on the type of fracture. The major type of fractures contributing to mortality in these patients are Vertebral fractures and Hip fractures.
Natural History
The symptoms of disease typically develop in the fifth decade of life.
Complications
Disease can be complicated by the development of:
Prognosis
The prognosis of the disease is good if the decrease in bone mass density is identified early and appropriate anti-osteoporotic medications are started. Disease is associated with a 1 year 5 year 10 year mortality of %. The presence of is associated with a poorer prognosis among patients with disease.