Osteoporosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is meant by osteoporosis?
A
Reduced bone density
2
Q
What are the risk factors for osteoporisis?
A
ACCESS:
- Alcohol
- Corticosteroids
- Calcium and vitamin D deficiency
- Estrogen low
- Smoking
- Sedentary lifestyle
3
Q
Which scoring tool predicts the risk of a fragility fracture over the next 10 years?
A
FRAX score
4
Q
How is bone mineral density measured?
How are the results of this investigation interpreted?
A
DEXA scan (bone mineral density scan)
Results:
- More than -1 = normal
- Between -1 and -2.5 = osteopenia
- Less than -2.5 = osteoporosis
5
Q
Describe the conservative and medical management of osteoporosis
A
Conservative:
- Addressing the risk factors, e.g. stop smoking, reduce alcohol, activity/exercise
Medical:
- Calcium and vitamin D supplementation
- Bisphosphonate
