Low BMD reduction closely associated with significantly elevated risk of stroke: Study
A new study published in the recent issue of Frontiers in Neurology journal showed that a markedly elevated risk of stroke is linked to a reduced bone mineral density (BMD). In comparison to men, the findings suggest that women are in greater danger.
In the globe, stroke ranks as the 2nd most common cause of mortality and a major contributor to long-term impairment. Treatment for a stroke comes with a huge financial burden. Every year, there are around 0.7 million new stroke cases in the US and 4 million in China. To reduce the risk of stroke and lessen the burden of the illness, it is crucial to identify the underlying risk factors and put effective preventative methods into place.
Particularly in women, low bone mineral density (BMD) is a serious public health issue. People who have had a stroke are known to be more susceptible to hip fractures or poor bone mineral density. The relationship between BMD and stroke risk is still debatable, though. Thereby, to consolidate the existing information, Peng Zhao and team performed a systematic review and meta-analysis in the current study.
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