RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS OF CLINICAL PRESENTATION AND PHARMACOTHERAPY OF OSTEOPOROSIS IN ORTHOPEDIC DEPARTMENT OF TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL

Background: Osteoporosis is a chronic metabolic bone disease characterized by reduced bone mass and increased fracture risk, predominantly affecting postmenopausal women and the elderly. Owing to its silent progression, the condition often remains underdiagnosed. Drug utilization studies provide insight into real-world prescribing practices and help promote rational pharmacotherapy. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical profile and prescribing pattern of drugs used in the management of osteoporosis in a tertiary care orthopedic setting.

Materials and Methods:A retrospective observational study was conducted from August 2023 to April 2024 in the Department of Orthopedics at a tertiary care teaching hospital in Maharashtra, India. A total of 180 patients aged 18 years and above with a confirmed diagnosis of osteoporosis were included. Data regarding demographic characteristics, clinical presentation, and pharmacological treatment were collected from medical records using a structured data collection form. Descriptive statistical analysis was performed.