Bone integrity and bone metastases in breast cancer

Curr Oncol Rep. 2006 Jan;8(1):22-8. doi: 10.1007/s11912-006-0005-9.

Abstract

Individuals with a history of early-stage breast cancer may be at increased risk of osteoporosis related to adjuvant therapy, and those with metastatic breast cancer may experience skeletal-related complications from the cancer affecting the bone. Maintaining bone strength is critical in the care of both early- and late-stage breast cancer patients because fractures are associated with morbidity and mortality. This article reviews the maintenance of bone integrity in women with breast cancer.

MeSH terms

  • Bone Neoplasms / complications
  • Bone Neoplasms / secondary*
  • Breast Neoplasms / complications
  • Breast Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Neoplasm Metastasis
  • Osteoporosis / etiology*