AAOS Endorses Endocrinology Association CPG on Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has endorsed a clinical practice guideline (CPG) on the diagnosis and treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis, originally issued by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE) and the American College of Endocrinology (ACE). The guideline emphasizes the importance of treatment for postmenopausal osteoporosis, as one in 10 women over the age of 60 is affected by the condition and one in two postmenopausal women will suffer a fracture in their lifetime. The CPG provides recommendations on fracture risk assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment options for osteoporosis. It also highlights the need for efficient and effective evaluation and treatment to reduce the risk of fractures and maintain the quality of life for people with osteoporosis. [Extracted from the article]