Changes in bone mineral density after kidney transplantation: 2-year assessment of a French cohort
ConclusionKidney transplant recipients have an increased risk of bone fragility in the year following transplantation. Bisphosphonates and early corticosteroid discontinuation can improve BMD.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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