A team of international researchers has identified 20 genes associated with osteoporosis and bone weakness, including 13 genes never previously associated with the disease. Osteoporosis is a highly heritable trait, but this marks the largest international effort to conclusively identify genes linked to the often-devastating bone disorder.
Understanding of Skull Bone Could Lead to New Osteoporosis Treatments
December 19, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Researchers have uncovered fundamental differences between the bone which makes up the skull and the bones in our limbs, which they believe could hold the key to tackling bone weakness, fractures and osteoporosis. It is well know that bones in the arms and legs become weak and vulnerable to breaks when they are not maintained… [Continue Reading]