Relation between the development of osteoporosis and osteonecrosis following glucocorticoid in a rabbit model

Conclusion: A rabbit model of GC-induced OP and ON was developed by repetitive injection with small doses of GCs in the gluteal region. OP was observed at 4 weeks while ON developed at 8 weeks and followed a clear temporal pattern.
Source: Indian Journal of Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research