The American journal of medicine
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We conducted a prospective study to determine the effects of nonadherence with mesalamine among patients with quiescent ulcerative colitis. ⋯ Nonadherence with medication increases the risk of clinical relapse among patients with quiescent ulcerative colitis. Future research should be directed at behavioral interventions to improve adherence.
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Because patients with obstructive airways disease may be susceptible to osteoporosis, we sought to determine the association between airflow obstruction and osteoporosis. ⋯ Airflow obstruction was an important risk factor for osteoporosis in the study population. These data highlight the importance of measuring bone mineral density in those with moderate-to-severe airflow obstruction for the detection and prevention of osteoporosis-related morbidity.