ea0041oc11.5 | Bone & Calcium Homeostasis | ECE2016
Rafiq Rachida
, Prins Henk-Jan
, Boersma Wim
, Daniels Hans
, den Heijer Martin
, Lips Paul
, de Jongh Renate
Introduction: Although vitamin D is well known for its function in calcium homeostasis and bone mineralisation, several studies have shown an effect on physical function and muscle strength. Also, vitamin D has been associated with pulmonary function and the incidence of airway infections. As vitamin D deficiency is highly prevalent in COPD-patients, supplementation might have a beneficial effect in these patients.Objective: To assess the effect of vitam...