The World Health Organization (WHO) defines osteoporosis as a skeletal disorder characterized by low bone mass combined with microarchitetural deterioration of the bone, leading to bone fragility and increased susceptibility to fracture. Its clinical relevance relies on the emerging fracture rate, as well as on the morbidity and mortality associated with hip fractures. Moreover, the […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines osteoporosis as a skeletal disorder characterized by low bone mass combined with microarchitetural deterioration of the bone, leading to bone fragility and increased susceptibility to fracture. Its clinical relevance relies on the emerging fracture rate, as well as on the morbidity and mortality associated with hip fractures. Moreover, the […]