Bone Mineral Density Archives

The objective of this study was to investigate the associations between endogenous FSH levels and BMD, BMA, and body composition in older adults, independent of estradiol and testosterone levels.

Osteoporosis

Risks After Denosumab Discontinuation Linked to Age and Prior Therapy

By

Lauren Biscaldi

February 4, 2021

Researchers sought to identify potential vertebral fracture and bone loss risk factors after discontinuation of denosumab therapy and initiation of other therapy.

General Rheumatology

Abnormal Bone Microarchitecture Linked to Complications After Spinal Fusion

February 4, 2021

Abnormalities of trabecular and cortical microarchitecture are associated with skeletal complications in the 6 months following spinal fusion surgery.

Osteoporosis

Bone Mineral Density Linked to Specific Diabetes Type in Male Patients With Osteoporosis

By

Amit Akirov, MD

January 29, 2021

Researchers compared the bone mineral densities of male patients with latent autoimmune diabetes, classical type 1 diabetes, and type 2 diabetes.

Osteoporosis

Long-Term Exposure to Denosumab Does Not Exacerbate CKD

By

Jessica Nye, PhD

January 6, 2021

Researchers assessed the long-term safety and efficacy of denosumab in patients with mild to moderate chronic kidney disease (stages 2 and 3).

Osteoporosis

Exercise Linked to Bone Density After Bariatric Surgery

January 6, 2021

Participation in a structured exercise program may aid bone health in patients who undergo bariatric surgery.

Osteoporosis

Balance, Functional Mobility Predictive of Low BMD in Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis, Osteopenia

By

Sheila Jacobs

December 18, 2020

Researchers determined whether balance and functional mobility predicted bone mineral density in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.