Vitamin D Deficiency in Orthopedic Patients in Different Latitudes—First Study Comparing German and Greek Populations

Vitamin D Deficiency in Orthopedic Patients in Different Latitudes—First Study Comparing German and Greek Populations

Vitamin D plays a pivotal role in calcium metabolism and bone mineralization. Sufficient vitamin D levels are important for the health and functionality of the musculoskeletal system. Hypovitaminosis D is a phenomenon affecting orthopedic patients worldwide. This study researched whether most orthop...

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Main Authors: Andreas Mamilos, Charalambos Matzaroglou, Gerrit S. Maier, Samer Zawy Alsofy, Philipp Drees, Konstantinos Kafchitsas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Osteology
Subjects:
vitamin D
hypovitaminosis D
sunlight exposure
Greek–German population
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4036/3/1/2

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