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ba0003pp213 | Osteoporosis: evaluation and imaging | ECTS2014

HIV patients have deteriorated bone material properties assessed by in vivo microindentation

Guerri-Fernandez Robert , Villar-Garcia Judit , Molina-Morant Daniel , Torres-del-Pliego Elisa , Garcia-Giralt Natalia , Vilaplana-Marz Laia , Rodriguez Maria , Mena Alicia Gonzalez , Knobel Hernando , Nogues Xavier , Mellibovsky Lenoardo , Horcajada Juan Pablo , Diez-Perez Adolfo

There is a growing evidence of the association between HIV infection and fracture risk. Independently of its cause (antiretroviral therapy (ART) or HIV), what remains most important is a prompt diagnosis. Although densitometry is the gold standard, sometimes this technique is not as accurate as necessary in clinical practice. A new validated tool for early and more accurate diagnosis is presented.MethodsIn a HIV group of patients, ...