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A DXA Primer for the Practicing ClinicianSpecial Considerations in Common GI Diseases, Obesity, and Following Bariatric Surgery

A DXA Primer for the Practicing Clinician: Special Considerations in Common GI Diseases, Obesity,... [Contrary to popular belief, obesity is not good for bones nor is it protective against the development of osteoporosis. Common consequences of obesity such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, and several of the common medications used to treat elevated blood glucose significantly increase the risk of osteoporosis and fragility fracture.] http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png

A DXA Primer for the Practicing ClinicianSpecial Considerations in Common GI Diseases, Obesity, and Following Bariatric Surgery

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Publisher
Springer New York
Copyright
© Springer Science+Business Media New York 2014
ISBN
978-1-4419-1374-6
Pages
83 –95
DOI
10.1007/978-1-4419-1375-3_8
Publisher site
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Abstract

[Contrary to popular belief, obesity is not good for bones nor is it protective against the development of osteoporosis. Common consequences of obesity such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, and several of the common medications used to treat elevated blood glucose significantly increase the risk of osteoporosis and fragility fracture.]

Published: Jun 28, 2013

Keywords: Bariatric Surgery; Celiac Disease; Fragility Fracture; Bariatric Surgery Patient; Primary Osteoporosis

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