British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research · 2016 · 16 citations · 13 references
MedicineHealth SciencesPopulation Health SciencesBone MetabolismDisease PreventionEpidemiologyBone DisordersBone HealthBone Metabolism DisordersMetabolic Bone DiseaseVitamin D DeficiencyVitamin D DisordersAdult PrevalenceBone Health DisordersBone Mineral Density DeclineCalcium-rich FoodsHigh-risk Population PrevalenceLow Bone MassOsteoporosis In Women
Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and micro-architectural deterioration of bone tissue. The prevalence of osteoporosis among Saudi population was estimated at 34% in a review of the published articles up to 2011. The etiology for this high prevalence among Saudis is multi-factorial and possible causes include: lifestyle malpractices, vitamin-D deficiency and genetic factors. Aim: To evaluate knowledge and perceptions of causes and prevention of osteoporosis among general population of Saudi Arabia. Methodology: A national cross-sectional, web-based survey was conducted on 579 participants
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Clinician’s Guide to Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis
Felicia Cosman, Suzanne M. Jan de Beur, Meryl S. LeBoff et al. · Osteoporosis International · 2014 · 4.1K citations · Full text