Determination of bone mineral density of the hip and spine in human pedigrees by genetic and life-style factors

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In 40 human pedigrees with 563 subjects, we evaluated the contribution of genetic and life-style factors (exercise, smoking, and alcohol consumption) and the interactions between non-genetic factors in determining bone mineral density (BMD) of the hip and spine. In our analysis, we adjusted for age, weight, height, menopausal status in females, life-style factors, and the significant interactions among these...

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