Osteoporosis and the long-term risk of peripheral artery disease: a population-based longitudinal follow-up study in Taiwan

ConclusionThis study found an increased long-term risk of PAD in both men and women with osteoporosis.Mini abstractOsteoporosis has been associated with increased risks of atherosclerotic diseases. However, the relationship between osteoporosis and peripheral artery disease remains uncertain. The present population-based longitudinal follow-up study showed that patients with osteoporosis are at an increased risk of developing peripheral artery disease.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research