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Osteoporosis: The Brittle Bone
- Source :
- Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 8:39
- Publication Year :
- 2018
- Publisher :
- A and V Publications, 2018.
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Abstract
- Osteoporosis, or porous bone, is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and an increased susceptibility to fractures of the hip, spine, and wrist. Osteoporosis is a disease that can often be prevented and treated. Bone is living, growing tissue. It is made mostly of collagen, a protein that provides a soft framework, and calcium phosphate, a mineral that adds strength and hardens the framework. This combination of collagen and calcium makes bone strong yet flexible to withstand stress. More than 99% of the body calcium is contained in the bones and teeth. The remaining 1% is found in the blood.
Details
- ISSN :
- 22315691 and 22315683
- Volume :
- 8
- Database :
- OpenAIRE
- Journal :
- Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
- Accession number :
- edsair.doi...........b77de16114543a47fa5eb87351a36649