Genetic determinants of osteoporosis

Volume: 17, Issue: 4, Pages: 475 - 479
Published: Jul 1, 2005
Abstract
Osteoporosis is a common disease with a strong genetic component characterised by reduced bone mass and an increased risk of fragility fractures. Several advances have been made over recent years in understanding the genetic basis of susceptibility to osteoporosis. This paper will review recent developments in this area.Twin studies have shown that genetic factors contribute to osteoporosis by influencing bone mineral density and other...
Paper Details
Title
Genetic determinants of osteoporosis
Published Date
Jul 1, 2005
Volume
17
Issue
4
Pages
475 - 479
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