Bone Mineral Density in Children with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Background: Treatment in all forms of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) includes lifelong replacement of steroids. Steroids have an impact on bone health in multiple ways and are known to cause osteoporosis when given in high doses or for a longer duration. Objective: To evaluate bone mineral...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Liaquat National Hospital and Medical College
2024-04-01
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Series: | Liaquat National Journal of Primary Care |
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Online Access: | https://journals.lnh.edu.pk/lnjpc/pdf/84ab7992-c410-4b2c-91b7-e00ddf7a002f.pdf |