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1 to 1 of 1 Research Studies DisplayedLaFleur J, DuVall SL, Wilson T
Analysis of osteoporosis treatment patterns with bisphosphonates and outcomes among postmenopausal veterans.
This study evaluated bisphosphonate change behaviors (switching, discontinuing, or reinitiating) over time, as well as fractures and costs, among a large, national cohort of postmenopausal veterans. It found that most bisphosphonate patients discontinue treatment at some point, which did not significantly increase the risk of fracture in this majority non-high risk population. Bisphosphonate change behaviors were associated with significantly lower osteoporosis costs, but significantly higher total costs.
AHRQ-funded; HS018582.
Citation: LaFleur J, DuVall SL, Wilson T .
Analysis of osteoporosis treatment patterns with bisphosphonates and outcomes among postmenopausal veterans.
Bone 2015 Sep;78:174-85. doi: 10.1016/j.bone.2015.04.022..
Keywords: Osteoporosis, Medication, Elderly, Injuries and Wounds