Osteoporosis of Crohn’s Disease: A Critical Review
Osteoporosis has long been a recognized complication of Crohn’s disease (CD), with a documented incidence ranging from 31% to 65%. The cause of osteoporosis in Crohn’s patients is likely multifactorial; corticosteroids, inflammatory cytokines, small bowel resection and the resultant calcium and vita...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
1996-01-01
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| Series: | Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/1996/720732 |