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Risk of osteoporotic fractures in irritable bowel syndrome

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A variety of gastrointestinal disorders, including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and coeliac disease, are recognized risk factors for osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures. A recent study suggests that individuals with irritable bowel syndrome might also be at increased risk of osteoporosis and osteoporosis-related fractures.

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Compston, J. Risk of osteoporotic fractures in irritable bowel syndrome. Nat Rev Endocrinol 9, 8–9 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrendo.2012.216

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