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Argentine Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women and Men Aged 50 Years and Older.
J Clin Rheumatol
August 2023
From the University of Rosario School of Medicine, Rosario; and National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET), Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to create a framework for healthcare professionals to effectively prevent and treat glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis (GIO) in postmenopausal women and men aged 50 or older who are undergoing glucocorticoid therapy.
- The expert panel employed a structured approach (PICO) and used GRADE methodology for a systematic literature review, producing 17 recommendations and 8 general principles for evaluating and treating patients at risk of GIO.
- The guidelines emphasize the importance of monitoring bone health, managing lifestyle factors, and preventing fragility fractures, with the ultimate goal of maintaining or improving bone mineral density in affected patients.*