Gender specificity and osteoporosis.
To a certain extent, the emphasis placed on women in light of the predominance of osteoporosis in this sex is well-justified. As researchers are appreciating the potential size of the male population at risk for osteoporosis, increasing interest is becoming apparent on the part of investigators and the pharmaceutical companies that are developing therapies. As more is learned about osteoporosis in men, experts will then be in a position to better understand the similarities and differences between genders.
Department of Medicine, College of Physicians and Surgeons, 630 W 168th St, New York, NY 10032, USA. Bilezik@medicine1.cpmc.columbia.edu
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