Gary Owens Associates, Glen Mills, PA, USA.
Am J Manag Care. 2011 May;17 Suppl 6:S177-84.
Numerous treatments have been shown to significantly reduce the risk of osteoporosis-related fracture. Treating patients with osteoporosis therapies after an initial osteoporotic fracture can reduce the risk of future fractures 40% to 60%, resulting in significant cost reductions. But despite the availability of effective management strategies, osteoporosis management is still suboptimal. Barriers to providing quality care include knowledge, competency, and performance on the part of healthcare professionals, and knowledge and adherence to therapy on the part of patients. Addressing these barriers and treating patients appropriately can help address the potential health and economic consequences of osteoporosis.
许多治疗方法已被证明能显著降低骨质疏松性骨折的风险。对初次发生骨质疏松性骨折的患者采用骨质疏松症治疗方法可降低未来骨折的风险 40%至 60%，从而显著降低成本。但尽管有有效的管理策略，骨质疏松症的管理仍然不理想。提供优质护理的障碍包括医护人员的知识、能力和表现，以及患者对治疗的了解和依从性。解决这些障碍并为患者进行适当治疗有助于解决骨质疏松症可能带来的健康和经济后果。
