Among adults 70 years and older, current thyroid treatment was associated with significantly increased fracture risk, with a strong dose-response relationship. Medscape Medical News
In the surgical treatment of fixed cervical kyphosis with myelopathy, what are the surgical strategies, operative techniques, and long-term clinical and radiographic outcomes? Spine
Early bone loss after kidney transplantation is a common problem that can lead to bone fracture. Does prophylactic use of teriparatide improve bone mineral density after kidney transplantation? American Journal of Transplantation
Emphasis on the importance of assessing patient-orientated outcome in routine practice, and the factors that might influence it, can help establish realistic patient expectations before surgery. Spine
The role of the Bryan artificial cervical disc replacement for patients with 1-level cervical disc disease is examined along with the functional outcome and radiographic results. Spine
Exercise is rarely discouraged these days, but do endurance sports increase the incidence of lone atrial fibrillation in men? Explore these novel findings. Europace