Possible way to reduce fracture rates in patients with traumatic spinal cord injury?
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Lower extremity fractures in men with spinal cord injury (SCI) are a major problem. The use of thiazide diuretics, a simple and safe intervention, may be effective in reducing the risk of fracture in patients with traumatic SCI. Furthermore, thiazide diuretics have an added benefit of reducing kidney stone formation.
Full Text
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Nassaralla, C; Lyles, KW
Published Date
- June 2014
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 95 / 6
Start / End Page
- 1021 - 1022
PubMed ID
- 24862306
Pubmed Central ID
- 24862306
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1532-821X
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1016/j.apmr.2014.02.029
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States