Fractures resulting from osteoporosis are increasingly common in postmenopausal women
resulting in substantial bone-associated morbidities and increased mortality and healthcare
costs. Despite well-established treatment guidelines there is an urgent need to improve the
recognition of women at high risk for fracture and their treatment. 'Fast Facts: Postmenopausal
Osteoporosis' provides an overview of current clinical guidelines and addresses the reasons
cited for suboptimal fracture prevention. Finally but importantly best practice regarding
patient support is described. This concise educational resource is ideal for any primary care
practitioner involved in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with postmenopausal
osteoporosis. Table of Contents: -Age-related changes affecting bone -Epidemiology -Screening
and estimating risk -Diagnosis and assessment -Pharmacological management -Non-pharmacological
management -Patient support
