Osteoporosis evaluation and treatment recommendations in rheumatoid arthritis

Elsevier

Available online 21 June 2022, 101757

Best Practice & Research Clinical RheumatologyAbstract

In this chapter, we emphasize among rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients, whom and how to screen for osteoporosis. We highlight certain modalities, advancements in technology, secondary osteoporosis workup, and laboratory testing as well as their caveats. Finally, we discuss current guidance on how to direct the laboratory and radiology testing in the context of the individual patient with RA to guide and select from the osteoporosis treatment options currently available.

Keywords

Rheumatoid arthritis

Osteoporosis assessment

Osteoporosis treatment

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