The Ethics of Placebo in Studies with Fracture End Points in Osteoporosis

Abstract
This article presents one viewpoint on the issues surrounding placebo-controlled trials in osteoporosis. The other Sounding Board article in this issue presents an opposing view. In a related interactive feature, the authors of each article give their Point of View about the other article. Participate in forming community opinion by choosing one of the viewpoints and, if you like, providing your reasons.