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Effective dose of calcium and vitamin D in prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
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M Nakhjavani   , F Fallahian |
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Abstract: (38739 Views) |
| Abstract: Osteoprosis is a preventable and treatable disease and its management is effective and safe. Inadequate intake of calcium and vitamin D may contribute to the high prevalence of osteoporosis among older persons. Decreased bone mineral density is a predictor of bone fracture. More epidemiologic studies should be conducted about the frequency of osteoporosis, hypovitaminosis D and intake of calcium in our country. In this article, the role of calcium intake and vitamin D in prevention and treatment of osteoporosis will be dicussed. |
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| Keywords: Osteoporosis, Hypovitaminosis D, Treatment, Calcium, Supplementation, Vitamin D. |
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Type of Study: Review |
Subject:
Endocrinology
Received: 2006/11/21 | Published: 2001/12/15
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