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ea0056p164 | Bone ' Osteoporosis | ECE2018

Influence of the levels of vitamin D on T-score in HIP measured by DXA of colombian postmenopausal women

Buendia Richard , Cardenas Santiago , Zambrano Monica , Buendia Andres , Varon Maria De Los Angeles , Mier Heidy Carolina , Morales Alejandra , Alejo Adriana , Sanchez Diego

Introduction: The 25hydroxyvitamin(OH)D deficiency has been linked to the risk of postmenopausal fractures and osteoporosis. In Colombia,the prevalence of 25(OH)vitaminD deficiency is high, reaching more than 53% of the total population. It can be stated that hip fracture is one of its most feared complications, with a high risk of mortality and morbidity,which can affect even osteopenic patients. The objective of this study is to assess modifications in hip T-score (using dua...