Bone mineral density status in patients with recent-onset rheumatoid arthritis

Conclusionrecent-onset RA patients are at risk for osteoporosis and its complications, regardless of using glucocorticoids or DMARDs. Demographic factors (e.g. age and female gender), patients ’ MDHAQ scores, and disease-related factors(e.g., DAS-28, positive CRP were associated with reduced BMD levels. Therefore, it is recommended that clinicians investigate early BMD measurements to have a reasonable judgment for further interventions.
Source: Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research