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FRAX scores are increased in patients with ANCA-associated vasculitis.

Betul CetinEmin Ahmet CetinHakki ArikanArzu VeliogluFatma Alibaz-OnerHaner DireskeneliSerhan TuglularEbru Aşıcıoğlu
Published in: International urology and nephrology (2021)
AAV patients are at high risk for future fractures as calculated with FRAX. Life-long monitoring for bone disease and fractures are essential. Large studies with longer follow-up are needed to determine the accuracy of FRAX risk scoring in predicting fractures.
Keyphrases
  • end stage renal disease
  • ejection fraction
  • newly diagnosed
  • chronic kidney disease
  • peritoneal dialysis
  • bone mineral density
  • current status
  • body composition
  • postmenopausal women
  • bone loss