Bone Disease of Organ Transplantation

Bone disease particularly osteoporosis has emerged as a common and seriouscomplication of solid organ transplantation. In recent years there have beenreal advan... » 

Bone disease particularly osteoporosis has emerged as a common and seriouscomplication of solid organ transplantation. In recent years there have beenreal advances in our understanding of the pathogenesis and pathophysiology ofbone loss however treatment studies have been relatively sparse and successfulstrategies to reduce skeletal morbidity after transplantation remain to beclearly established. This book provides a unique resource for the many healthprofessionals involved with transplantation of bone disease both in terms ofits scientific background and the management of the disease in clinicalpractice. Contents Basic Transplantation and Bone Biology Pathogenesis ofTransplantation Related Bone Disease Clinical Features of Transplantation BoneDisease Management «