hrp0098rfc2.2 | Bone, Growth Plate and Mineral Metabolism | ESPE2024
Yuet-ling Tung Joanna
, Hung Vivian
, Poon Sarah
, Pang Gloria
, Chan Eugene
, Ma Alison
, Cheong Kai-ning
, Choi Florence
, Ping Lam Tsz
Introduction: Osteoporosis is well described among children with rheumatological conditions. Data on the specific bone deficits and microarchitectural alterations in this group of children are limited. This study aimed to assess the bone microarchitectural alterations in children with rheumatological conditions on long-term glucocorticoids using high-resolution peripheral quantitative computed tomography (HR-pQCT).Methods:</stron...