Effects of anti-tumor necrosis factor α agents on bone

VK Kawai, CM Stein, DS Perrien… - Current opinion in …, 2012 - journals.lww.com
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September 2012 - Volume 24 - Issue 5 Previous Article Next Article METABOLIC BONE DISEASE:
Edited by Kenneth G. Saag Effects of anti-tumor necrosis factor α agents on bone Kawai,
Vivian K. a ; Stein, C. Michael a ; Perrien, Daniel S. b ; Griffin, Marie R. a,c Author Information …
Summary
The antiresorptive effects of TNF inhibitors are likely related to their anti-inflammatory properties. Studies to date have not demonstrated any advantages of TNF inhibitors over traditional nonbiologic therapies in the prevention of bone loss and fractures.
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