meta_analysis
2014
High Quality
High prevalence of osteoporosis in patients with chronic pancreatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Duggan SN, Smyth ND, Murphy A
Published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Methodology
Systematic review and meta-analysis of studies measuring bone mineral density in chronic pancreatitis.
Key Findings
Around 65% of patients with chronic pancreatitis had osteopenia or osteoporosis, linked to fat malabsorption and low vitamin D.
Conclusions
Bone density screening and vitamin D plus calcium repletion are warranted in chronic pancreatitis.
Limitations
Observational studies only; varied DXA protocols.
Supplements Studied
Vitamin D
Vitamin
Around 65% of patients with chronic pancreatitis had osteopenia or osteoporosis, linked to fat malabsorption and low vitamin D.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2014
Sample Size:513
Quality Score:7/10
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