Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Osteoporosis is characterized by a decreased mineral density of the bones. The present study was conducted to assess level of osteoporosis in post- menopausal women. Materials & Methods: 82 post- menopausal women underwent measurement of blood calcium level was done. All subjects underwent BMD measurement using Achilles ultrasound bone densitometer. Results: Age group 45-55 years had 26, 55-65 years had 24 and >65 years had 32 subjects. Duration of menopause was 1-5 years in 10, 6-10 years in 24 and >10 years in 48 subjects. Osteoporosis was seen among 25 subjects. The mean serum calcium level in osteoporosis subjects was 3.45 µg/ml and in non- osteoporosis subjects was 7.30 µg/ml. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Regular assessment of bone mineral density in post- menopausal women is mandatory as the level of osteoporosis in post- menopausal women was high. Key words: Bone mineral density, Osteoporosis, Post- menopausal women