Biochemical markers of bone turnover and risk of incident hip fracture in older women: the Cardiovascular Health Study

ConclusionCTX, but not OC, levels were associated with incident hip fracture in post-menopausal women, a relationship characterized by an inverted U-shape. These findings highlight the complex relationship of bone turnover markers with hip fracture risk.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research