Antiretroviral Therapy May Reduce Bone Mineral Density in Adolescents and Elderly With HIV
Particular antiretroviral therapy (ART) regimens may decrease bone mass density (BMD) in both adolescents and older people living with HIV (PWHIV).
Osteoporosis
Bone-Targeted Exercise Strategies to Reduce Fracture Risk in Men
High-intensity progressive resistance and impact training is a well-tolerated program that may improve bone mineral density and physical function in older men.
Major Osteoporotic Fracture Risk in Older Women Not Linked to Long-Term ICS Use
In older women, the risk for major osteoporotic fracture is not associated with long-term inhaled corticosteroid use and consequent respiratory diseases.
Management of Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis: An Overview
A major adverse effect of glucocorticoid treatment is significant bone loss, which is most pronounced in the first 3 to 6 months of use.
Assessing Cardiovascular and Skeletal Safety of Zoledronic Acid for Osteoporosis
Treatment with zoledronic acid may be associated with an increased risk for heart failure, fracture, and mortality compared with the use of oral bisphosphonates or no treatment.
Risk for Reduced Bone Mineral Density in Patients With Ulcerative Colitis
A potential association was found between ulcerative colitis and decreased bone mineral density, regardless of steroid exposure.
Scoring Analysis Detects Genetic Correlation Between Osteoporosis and Schizophrenia
Researchers explored the genetic correlation between schizophrenia and osteoporosis.
Preventive Care Service May Reduce Risk for Recurrent Fractures
Hospitals’ implementation of fracture liaison services is associated with a reduced risk for recurrent fracture among older patients.
Consensus Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Secondary Osteoporosis in Children
The Osteogenesis Imperfecta and Childhood Osteoporosis Working Group of the Spanish Society of Pediatric Rheumatology developed guidelines for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of secondary childhood osteoporosis.
Computer Learning Model Accurately Predicts Osteoporosis From Hand Radiographs
Researchers determined whether a computer learning model could classify hand radiographs with osteoporosis based on the second metacarpal cortical percentage.
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