hrp0089p3-p049 | Bone, Growth Plate & Mineral Metabolism P3 | ESPE2018

Evaluating the Effect of Zoledronic Acid on Treatment of Primary and Secondary Pediatric Osteoporosis at Children’s Hospital 1 in Vietnam

Huynh Loan , Tran Huyen , Nguyen Trung

Background: Osteoporosis is a condition of skeletal disorders characterized by compromised bone strength that predisposes to an increased risk of fracture. Osteoporosis is a common disease in adult, especially in postmenopausal women. Nevertheless, pediatric osteoporosis seems to be a rare disease, which increases risk of fracture not only in childhood period but also reach adult-hood. Therefore, the role of diagnosis correctly and appropriate treatment at this age group are v...