[HTML][HTML] Once-yearly zoledronic acid for treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis

…, R Eastell, IR Reid, S Boonen… - … England Journal of …, 2007 - Mass Medical Soc
Background A single infusion of intravenous zoledronic acid decreases bone turnover and
improves bone density at 12 months in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. We …

[HTML][HTML] Zoledronic acid and clinical fractures and mortality after hip fracture

…, Z Horowitz, EF Eriksen, S Boonen - … England Journal of …, 2007 - Mass Medical Soc
Background Mortality is increased after a hip fracture, and strategies that improve outcomes
are needed. Methods In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, 1065 …

Efficacy and safety of balloon kyphoplasty compared with non-surgical care for vertebral compression fracture (FREE): a randomised controlled trial

…, R Eastell, P Shabe, K Talmadge, S Boonen - The Lancet, 2009 - thelancet.com
Background Balloon kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure for the treatment of
painful vertebral fractures, which is intended to reduce pain and improve quality of life. We …

[HTML][HTML] Identification of late-onset hypogonadism in middle-aged and elderly men

…, N Pendleton, M Punab, S Boonen… - … England Journal of …, 2010 - Mass Medical Soc
Background The association between aging-related testosterone deficiency and late-onset
hypogonadism in men remains a controversial concept. We sought evidence-based criteria …

Meta-analysis: excess mortality after hip fracture among older women and men

…, K Milisen, B Velkeniers, S Boonen - Annals of internal …, 2010 - acpjournals.org
Background: Although an increased risk for death after hip fracture is well established, whether
this excess mortality persists over time is unclear. Purpose: To determine the magnitude …

Effect of 6‐month whole body vibration training on hip density, muscle strength, and postural control in postmenopausal women: a randomized controlled pilot study

…, D Vanderschueren, S Boonen - Journal of bone and …, 2004 - academic.oup.com
High‐frequency mechanical strain seems to stimulate bone strength in animals. In this
randomized controlled trial, hip BMD was measured in postmenopausal women after a 24‐week …

[HTML][HTML] Romosozumab in postmenopausal women with low bone mineral density

MR McClung, A Grauer, S Boonen… - … England Journal of …, 2014 - Mass Medical Soc
Background Sclerostin is an osteocyte-derived inhibitor of osteoblast activity. The monoclonal
antibody romosozumab binds to sclerostin and increases bone formation. Methods In a …

IOF position statement: vitamin D recommendations for older adults

…, A Mithal, JP Bonjour, S Boonen… - Osteoporosis …, 2010 - Springer
This position paper of the International Osteoporosis Foundation makes recommendations
for vitamin D nutrition in elderly men and women from an evidence-based perspective.

[HTML][HTML] Teriparatide or alendronate in glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis

KG Saag, E Shane, S Boonen, F Marín… - … England Journal of …, 2007 - Mass Medical Soc
Background Bisphosphonate therapy is the current standard of care for the prevention and
treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis. Studies of anabolic therapy in patients who …

Hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular axis disruptions in older men are differentially linked to age and modifiable risk factors: the European Male Aging Study

…, K Kula, M Punab, S Boonen… - The Journal of …, 2008 - academic.oup.com
Context: The cause of declining testosterone (T) in aging men and their relationships with
risk factors are unclear. Objective: The objective of the study was to investigate the …