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Incidence and predictors of fractures in children after solid organ transplantation: A 5-year prospective, population-based study

Authors: Helenius I, Remes V, Salminen S, Valta H, Makitie O, Holmberg C, Palmu P, Tervahartiala P, Sarna S, Helenius M, Peltonen J, Jalanko H

Publisher: AMER SOC BONE & MINERAL RES

Publication year: 2006

Journal:: Journal of Bone and Mineral Research

Journal name in source: JOURNAL OF BONE AND MINERAL RESEARCH

Journal acronym: J BONE MINER RES

Volume: 21

Issue: 3

First page : 380

Last page: 387

Number of pages: 8

ISSN: 0884-0431

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1359/JBMR.051107

Abstract

Conclusions: Children undergoing solid organ transplantation have a highly elevated risk for fractures. Screening of vertebral fractures at regular intervals is recommended, and preventive strategies should be studied.