A model-based cost-effectiveness analysis of osteoporosis screening and treatment strategy for postmenopausal Japanese women

ConclusionsIn conclusion, dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) screening and alendronate therapy for osteoporosis would be cost-effective for postmenopausal Japanese women over 60  years. In terms of cost-effectiveness, the individual need for osteoporosis screening should be determined by age and clinical risk factors.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research