Silvia Ciancia, Rick R van Rijn, Wolfgang Högler, Natasha M Appelman-Dijkstra, Annemieke M Boot, Theo C J Sas, Judith S Renes
Early recognition of osteoporosis in children and adolescents is important in order to establish an appropriate diagnosis of the underlying condition and to initiate treatment if necessary. In this review, we present the diagnostic work-up, and its pitfalls, of pediatric patients suspected of osteoporosis including a careful collection of the medical and personal history, a complete physical examination, biochemical data, molecular genetics, and imaging techniques. The most recent and relevant literature has been reviewed to offer a broad overview on the topic...
July 2022: European Journal of Pediatrics