The role of delayed bone age in the evaluation of stature and bone health in glucocorticoid treated patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Low bone mineral density and an increased risk of appendicular and vertebral fractures are well-established consequences of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and the risk of fractures is exacerbated by long-te...

Source: International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology - December 23, 2019 Category: Endocrinology Authors: E. J. Annexstad, J. Bollerslev, J. Westvik, A. G. Myhre, K. Godang, I. Holm and M. Rasmussen Tags: Research Source Type: research