An Increased Risk of Osteoporosis during Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
<p>Osteoporosis is characterized by decreased bone mineral density and mechanistic imbalances of bone tissue that may result in reduced skeletal strength and an enhanced susceptibility to fractures. Osteoporosis in its most common form affects the elderly (both sexes) and all racial groups of...
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| Language: | English |
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Ivyspring International Publisher
2004-08-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Medical Sciences |
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| Online Access: | http://www.medsci.org/v01p0152.htm |