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PCSK9 inhibitors and osteoporosis: mendelian randomization and meta-analysis.
BMC musculoskeletal disorders - 16 Jul 2024
Chen Ding-Qiang, Xu Wen-Bin, Xiao Ke-Yi, Que Zhi-Qiang, Feng Jin-Yi, Sun Nai-Kun, Cai Di-Xin, Rui Gang
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BACKGROUND: Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) inhibitors represent an effective strategy for reducing cardiovascular disease risk. Yet, PCSK9's impact on osteoporosis remains unclear. Hence, we employed Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis for examining PCSK9 inhibitor effects on osteoporosis. METHODS: Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) for 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl cofactor A reductase...
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