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Knowledge, attitude, and practice assessment regarding osteoporosis among post-menopausal women attending an urban health centre in south India

Background This study aimed to assess the awareness of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. Objective was to evaluate knowledge, attitude, and practices about osteoporosis and its correlation among postmenopausal women.

Methods Cross-sectional study was carried out to assess the state of awareness in consecutive postmenopausal women using a validated questionnaire- osteoporosis knowledge assessment tool (OKAT).

Results A total of 300 postmenopausal women were enrolled in this study. In spite of being aware of the consequences of osteoporosis, in most subjects there was a generalized lack of awareness concerning available treatment options and risk factors. We have observed about 40% of had poor awareness about osteoporosis.

Conclusions This study showed an evident deficit in awareness of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and there’s a need to emphasize educating and aware, women regarding the consequences of osteoporosis.