Prevalence of osteoporosis in prostate cancer survivor patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Osteoporosis is a skeletal condition with decreased bone mass and structural deterioration, increasing fracture vulnerability. Several studies have found a correlation between prostate cancer in men and an increased risk of osteoporosis. This study aims to determine the prevalence of osteoporosis in patients with prostate cancer.

Methods and analysis

The primary objective of this study will be to estimate the prevalence of osteoporosis in prostate cancer survivor patients. An extensive search will be conducted on PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, CINAHL and ProQuest databases to ensure comprehensive coverage. The search will encompass the timeframe from 1 January 1994 to 24 September 2024. Furthermore, we will not impose any limitations on the language or

SUBMITTER: Ebrahimi M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12273178 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature