Effect of Bone Health Optimization on Osteoporosis Screening and Treatment Before Thoracolumbar Fusion.

James T Bernatz Alec E Winzenried Kristyn J HareAnthony L MikulaSeth K WilliamsNeil C BinkleyPaul A Anderson

Published in: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews (2022)

Osteoporosis is not rare in adults undergoing thoracolumbar spine fusion with ∼13% to 18% meeting criteria for pharmacotherapy. Preoperative BHO referral increases screening and treatment.

Keyphrases

bone mineral density
postmenopausal women
healthcare
public health
primary care
mental health
patients undergoing
risk assessment
climate change
health promotion