Searchable abstracts of presentations at key conferences on calcified tissues

ba0004p93 | (1) | ICCBH2015

Improving low bone mass in girls with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) using calcium and vitamin D supplementation -- a randomized controlled trial

Lam Tsz Ping , Yip Benjamin Hon Kei , Yu Fiona Wai Ping , Tsang Echo Ka Ling , To Kenneth Kin Wah , Lee Yuk Wai , Wong Lyn Lee Ning , Lee Kwong Man , Ng Bobby Kin Wah , Cheng Jack Chun Yiu

Objectives: AIS is a prevalent three-dimensional spinal deformity associated with low bone mass which has been reported to be a significant prognostic factor for curve progression in AIS. If left untreated, low bone mass in AIS could persist into adulthood thus leading to subsequent health problems. This study aimed at evaluating the therapeutic effect of oral calcium plus Vit-D supplementation for low bone mass in skeletally immature AIS girls.Methods: ...