Overview

Now in its fourth edition, Osteoporosis is a classic reference on this disease, comprising a tremendous wealth of knowledge in a single source not found elsewhere. Written by renowned experts in the field, this two-volume work is a must-have for academic and medical libraries, physicians, researchers, and any company involved in osteoporosis research and development. This newest edition covers everything from basic anatomy and physiology to diagnosis, management and treatment in which direct care costs for osteoporotic fractures in the United States reach up to $18 billion each year. Worldwide, 200 million women ages 60 to 80 suffer from osteoporosis and have a lifetime risk of fracture between 30% and 40%, continuing to make osteoporosis a critical challenge in medicine.

ISBN-13

9780124158535

ISBN-10

0124158536

Weight

14.33 Pounds

Dimensions

8.50 x 0.00 x 10.88 In

List Price

$450.00

Edition

4th Edition

Format

Hardcover

Language

English

Pages

2116 pages

Publisher

Academic Press

Published On

2013-08-07



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