Use of beta-blockers and the risk of hip/femur fracture in the United Kingdom and The Netherlands.

Data from in vivo studies have indicated a role for beta-blockers in the prevention of bone loss. Some epidemiological studies have found protective effects of beta-blockers on fracture risk. However, there is limited information on the association with cumulative dose and type of beta-blockers used...

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Main Authors: de Vries, F, Souverein, P, Cooper, C, Leufkens, H, van Staa, T
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2007