Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
The study's main objective is to examine the prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency and its association with bone health among postmenopausal women. Given the pivotal role of Vitamin D in bone metabolism and the heightened risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women due to hormonal changes, this study holds significant clinical relevance. A cross-sectional approach was employed, with a sample of 200 postmenopausal women from diverse geographic and demographic settings participating. Measurements included serum Vitamin D levels, bone turnover markers and bone mineral density (BMD). Statistical analysis was conducted to identify correlations and significant associations. The study findings reveal a high prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency among the participants. A significant association was found between Vitamin D deficiency and increased bone turnover markers, in addition to reduced BMD. Our findings suggest that Vitamin D deficiency is a common and significant factor associated with poor bone health in postmenopausal women. The results underscore the need for routine Vitamin D screening and supplementation to improve bone health and mitigate osteoporosis risk in this population
How to cite this article:
Gaddam Srinivas Reddy and Perumalla Varun Kumar. Cross-sectional Study on the Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency and its Association with Bone Health in Postmenopausal Women.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.530.535
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