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ba0001pp483 | Other diseases of bone and mineral metabolism | ECTS2013

Did Paget's bone disease changed over the last decade?

Fernandes Susana , Borges Joana , Goncalves Ines , Miranda Luis Cunha , Leitao Rui , Cardoso Alexandra , Micaelo Manuela , Simoes Eugenia , Faustino Augusto , Barcelos Filipe , Silva Candida , Sousa Miguel , Parente Manuela , Silva Margarida , Madeira Helena , Las Vera , Cortes Sara , Gomes Jose Melo , Patto Jose Vaz

Introduction: Paget’s bone disease (PBD) is the second most prevalent metabolic bone disease. Most patients present with pain or fracture but many remain asymptomatic. Evidence suggests a significant reduction both in its prevalence and clinical severity. Recent papers described differences in clinical course and therapeutic options in the last 10–15 years.Objective: To characterize PBD differences between patients having been diagnosed before ...