Medicina clinica
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Numerous epidemiological studies link bone loss with vascular calcification and cardiovascular disease. Osteoporosis and atherosclerosis share risk factors and are likely to share pathogenic mechanisms as well. On the other hand, drugs used in the treatment of osteoporosis could influence cardiovascular risk, just as those used in cardiovascular disease could affect bone mineral density and the development of fractures.
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Prognostic differences between central venous catheters (CVC) carriers and non-carriers, who have upper extremity deep vein thrombosis (UEDVT), have been described; however, evidence in hospitalized patients is limited. ⋯ There are no significant prognostic differences between patients with and without CVC hospitalized for UEDVT.
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) frequently coexists with other comorbidities, including hypogonadism. However, the association between COPD severity and hypogonadism remains controversial. This study aimed to evaluate this association and compare the clinical characteristics of hypogonadal and eugonadal COPD patients. ⋯ Patients with severe COPD had a higher prevalence of hypogonadism compared to those with mild COPD. Additionally, severe COPD was identified as an independent risk factor for hypogonadism. These findings suggest that hypogonadism should be evaluated in patients with COPD, particularly in those with severe disease.