Outcomes of Treatment in Patients with Severe Postmenopausal Osteoporosis: The Effects of Teriparatide Treatment on Bone Mineral Density, Back Pain and Biochemical Parameters
Abstract:Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the effects of teriparatide treatment on bone mineral density (BMD), back pain, and biochemical parameters in patients with severe postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Materials and Methods:The study included 13 patients with severe postmenopausal osteoporosis who were followed up at our osteoporosis outpatient clinic and completed treatment or currently undergoing treatment with subcutaneous 20 μq/day teriparatide. Patients were retrospectively evaluated before and af… Show more
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