Prevalence of and risk factors for osteoporosis in adults with acquired brain injury
Conclusions
Osteopenia and osteoporosis are common in young adults with ABI compared with the general population. Bone heath monitoring should form part of the long-term follow-up of this patient group.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research
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