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- Xena Whittier and Kenneth G Saag.
- Division of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, 851 Faculty Office Tower, 510 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35294, USA.
- Rheum. Dis. Clin. North Am. 2016 Feb 1; 42 (1): 177-89, x.
AbstractGlucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis (GIOP) is one of the most common and serious adverse effects associated with glucocorticoid use. This article highlights GIOP pathophysiology, epidemiologic associations, effective treatment, and lifestyle modifications that can reduce fracture risk for long-term glucocorticoid users and additionally emphasizes the importance of early intervention. Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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