Trabecular microstructure is influenced by race and sex in Black and White young adults

ConclusionThese findings demonstrate that more favorable bone microarchitecture in Black individuals compared to White individuals and in men compared to women is not unique to the cortical bone compartment. Enhanced plate-like morphology and greater trabecular axial alignment, established in young adulthood, may contribute to the improved bone strength and lower fracture risk in Black versus White individuals and in men compared to women.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research