Iron Overload and Fracture Risk

Exploring the link between elevated ferritin levels and increased osteoporotic fracture risk.

Dec 06, 2024

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Topline

A population-based study reveals a significant association between iron overload and a higher risk of fractures, with vertebral and humerus fractures showing the highest risk.

Study Details

Iron overload, characterized by elevated serum ferritin levels, is often linked to conditions like hemochromatosis, thalassemia major, and sickle cell disease. …

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