Mechanisms of Bone Fragility: From Osteogenesis Imperfecta to Secondary Osteoporosis
Bone material strength is determined by several factors, such as bone mass, matrix composition, mineralization, architecture and shape. From a clinical perspective, bone fragility is classified as primary (i.e., genetic and rare) or secondary (i.e., acquired and common) osteoporosis. Understanding t...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Molecular Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/22/2/625 |