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Postmenopausal Osteoporosis (Subscribe)

Metabolic disorder associated with fractures of the femoral neck, vertebrae, and distal forearm. It occurs commonly in women within 15-20 years after menopause, and is caused by factors associated with menopause including estrogen deficiency.

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Hormone Replacement Therapy in Osteoporosis Wheeless

Location: http://www.wheelessonline.com/ortho/estrogen_premarin

OWL Editor's Note Hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women is associated with reduced risk of fracture and heart disease. However, it is also associated with increased risk of breast cancer. The advice given in this resource should be considered with this in mind. Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics

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- OCOSH Classification: Bone Diseases: Metabolic Bone Diseases: Osteoporosis: Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
- Orthopedic Topics: Systemic Disorders: Metabolic Bone Disease: Osteoporosis

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