Factors associated with bone mineral density in healthy African women
Conclusions
Among healthy premenopausal women, TH and LS BMD was higher in Zimbabwe than Uganda. Additional factors independently associated with BMD included BMI, physical activity level, contraceptive use, and lactation.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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