Total bone mineral density is inversely associated with stroke: a family osteoporosis cohort study in rural China

Summary Background The relationship of osteoporosis and stroke is still not fully clarified. Apart from the well-known risk factors for stroke, bone mineral density (BMD) has gained more interest in recent years. Aim To further elucidate the relationship between BMD and stroke risk, a prospective cohort study in the Chinese rural population was conducted. Design Retrospective analysis of a family osteoporosis cohort. Methods Our subjects were...