Osteoporosis (spring term) (SCE 18)

  • Day and time: Monday 11:10 - 12:10
    Weekly
  • Length of course: 1 term. Spring (5 Weeks)
  • Number of places: 16
  • Start date: 09 January 2017
  • Description:

    Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterised by low bone mass and deterioration of bone architecture resulting in increased bone fragility. This course will include basic bone biology and the pros and cons of various techniques used to diagnose osteoporosis, including dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). It will describe the drug treatments currently available and bone changes that occur during the life-cycle, including during pregnancy and lactation. The course is designed for those who have, or may be at risk of developing osteoporosis and also those interested in the science behind diagnosis and treatment. Advice on how to reduce our risk of developing osteoporosis will be discussed. A basic knowledge of science would be useful but is not essential.

  • Format: Lecture


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