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Exposure to air pollution might decrease bone mineral density and increase the prevalence of osteoporosis: a Mendelian randomization study.
Osteoporosis international : a journal established as result of cooperation between the European Foundation for Osteoporosis and the National Osteoporosis Foundation of the USA - 1 Dec 2024
Du Junji, Cui Hongbin, Zhao Yingjian, Xue Hongbo, Chen Juwen
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This study, using Mendelian randomization, reveals a causal link between nitrogen oxides and PM2.5 exposure and reduced total-body bone mineral density, highlighting a potential risk factor for osteoporosis. The findings emphasize the importance of targeted interventions in populations exposed to higher air pollution. INTRODUCTION: With the aging of the population, the prevalence of osteoporosis is escalating....
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