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Related Subjects: |Calcium Physiology |Hypercalcaemia |Bisphosphonates |Osteoporosis |Osteonecrosis of the jaw
Cancer patients need a dental check before treatment, or as soon as possible after starting treatment, to avoid osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Atypical femoral fractures are rare but have been reported with prolonged bisphosphonate treatment for osteoporosis. Review risks and benefits after 5 or more years of use.