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Is there an increased risk of hip fracture in multiple sclerosis? Analysis of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample
Bhattacharya, Rajib K. Vaishnav, Niralee Dubinsky, Richard M.
Bhattacharya, Rajib K.
Vaishnav, Niralee
Dubinsky, Richard M.
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Abstract
Impaired ambulation, frequent falls, and prolonged immobilization combined with the high rate of vitamin D deficiency in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) could lead to an increased risk of hip fracture.
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2014-02-13
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Dove Press
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osteoporosis, patients at risk, multiple sclerosis
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Bhattacharya, Rajib K., Dubinsky RM., Vaishnav N. 2014. “Is there an increased risk of hip fracture in multiple sclerosis? Analysis of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample.” Dove Press 2014:7. http://dx.doi.org/10.2147/JMDH.S54786