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Bone & Mineral Metabolism

Clinical Essentials of Calcium and Skeletal Disorders
Concise scientific data presented on topics such as osteoblast and osteoclast regulation and genetics of multiple endocrine neoplasia. Useful tables and descriptions of clinical signs, symptoms, differential diagnosis, disease etiologies, and therapies cover the full range of calcium disorders.
Leonard J. Deftos, MD - Professor of Medicine, UCSD
Osteoporosis: Prevention, Diagnosis,
and Management, 5E

Review of pathophysiologic basis of osteoporosis and how to evaluate patients and develop a practical approach to prevention and management. Diagnosing and screening, including bone densitometry and qualitative bone ultrasound, are discussed. Exercise, nutritional supplements, and dietary regimens are included. Postmenopausal hormone therapy and drug therapies for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis are reviewed in detail. The importance of individualized treatment is stressed.

Morris Notelovitz, MD, PhD - President Emeritus and Founder,
Women's Medical and Diagnostic Center;
Boca Raton, Florida