Dr Shrishti to provide: whether osteoporosis is an absolute or relative contraindication in her practice, what bone density threshold or DEXA findings prompt concern, pre-operative optimisation steps (e.g. bisphosphonates, vitamin D, calcium), any implant or fixation modifications used in low bone density cases, and when she would defer or decline surgery on bone quality grounds
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Is osteoporosis a contraindication for joint replacement surgery?
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