Bone as a Tissue

This compilation is divided into four parts. Part 1 thoroughly reviews the problem of osteoporosis. The authors and chairman of this section do not agree as to the cause of the condition, but the vast amount of investigative research that is presented permits an intelligent clinician to attain a better understanding of the etiology of osteoporosis as well as a sound clinical approach. Part 2 covers the current understanding of the chemistry and morphology of bone. Part 3, "Ultrastructure of Bone