| Description |
xi, 411 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
1. Pathophysiology of Osteoporosis / Gary W. Edelson and Michael Kleerekoper -- 2. Biochemistry and Histology of Osteoporosis / Erik Fink Eriksen, Torben Steiniche and Kim Brixen -- 3. Epidemiology of Osteoporosis and Fractures / L. Joseph Melton III -- 4. Biomechanical Aspects of Osteoporosis and Fractures / Joseph M. Lane and Elizabeth R. Myers -- 5. Orthopedic Aspects of Osteoporosis / Earl Brien and John H. Healey -- 6. Radiographic-Pathologic Correlation / John A. M. Taylor, Donald L. Resnick and David J. Sartoris -- 7. Noninvasive Methods for Assessment of Bone Density, Architecture, and Biomechanical Properties: Fundamental Concepts / Dexter M. Wong and David J. Sartoris -- 8. Quantitative Assessment of Osteoporosis: Current and Future Status / Stephan Grampp, Michael Jergas, Philipp Lang, Claus C. Gluer and Harry K. Genant -- 9. Clinical Applications of Bone Mineral Measurements / Jill E. Spadia, Heinz W. Wahner and David J. Sartoris |
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10. Current and Future Concepts in Osteoporosis Therapy / Reimer Andresen, Bruce Wollman and David J. Sartoris |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Osteoporosis.
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Osteoporosis -- diagnosis.
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Osteoporosis -- physiopathology.
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Osteoporosis -- therapy.
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Osteoporosis -- therapy.
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Osteoporosis -- diagnosis.
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Osteoporosis -- physiopathology.
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| Author |
Sartoris, David J.
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| LC no. |
96002683 |
| ISBN |
0824795075 (hardcover : acid-free paper) |
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