| The real duration of osteoporosis treatment in clinical practice is still not well described. |
| The duration of osteoporosis treatment in real-world clinical practice may be far from optimal: < 3–4 years, irrespective of fracture risk. Factors other than medical considerations are at play. |
| Targeted efforts are needed to close the treatment gap in osteoporosis and to ensure the optimal duration of the prescribed therapeutic options. |
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