Effects of hypothyroidism on the structure and mechanical properties of bone in the ovine fetus.
Thyroid hormones are important for normal bone growth and development in postnatal life. However, little is known about the role of thyroid hormones in the control of bone development in the fetus. Using computed tomography and mechanical testing, the structure and strength of metatarsal bones were...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2011
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