Abstract
- The treatment of cancer can have a negative influence on bone metabolism. This can result in the development of early osteoporosis or the aggravation of existing osteoporosis, with an increased risk of fractures. - Depending on the duration and type of cancer therapy, prophylactic or therapeutic measures against osteoporosis may become necessary. - The risk of osteoporosis may be assessed by screening with osteodensitometry, among other methods. - Effective treatment is possible, for example with bisphosphonates.
| Translated title of the contribution | Osteoporosis in patients under treatment for cancer and the possibilities for prevention and treatment |
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| Original language | Dutch |
| Pages (from-to) | 1388-1393 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Geneeskunde |
| Volume | 151 |
| Issue number | 25 |
| Publication status | Published - 23 Jun 2007 |