RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Phil
T1 Strontium Ranelate Reduces the Risk of Vertebral Fracture in Postmenopausal Women with Severe Osteoporosis
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2007
FD SAGE Publications
VO 7
IS 4
SP 12
OP 13
DO 10.1177/155989770700700407
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/7/4/12.2.abstract
AB Vertebral fractures in postmenopausal women (<65 years of age) with osteoporosis can lead to acute and chronic back pain, loss of weight, reduced pulmonary function, back related disability, depression, and a sustained decrease in quality of life. Early fractures occurring within the first 10 years after menopause are especially troublesome since they are a major risk factor for further additional fractures.