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Górczyńska-Kosiorz S, Tabor E, Niemiec P, Pluskiewicz W, Gumprecht J. Associations between the VDR Gene rs731236 (TaqI) Polymorphism and Bone Mineral Density in Postmenopausal Women from the RAC-OST-POL. Biomedicines 2024; 12:917. [PMID: 38672272 PMCID: PMC11048207 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12040917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2024] [Revised: 04/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Postmenopausal osteoporosis is not only related to hormonal factors but is also associated with environmental and genetic factors. One of the latter is the polymorphism of vitamin D receptor (VDR). The aim of the reported study was to comprehensively analyze the VDR gene polymorphic variants rs731236 (TaqI), rs1544410 (BsmI) and rs7975232 (ApaI) in the Polish population of postmenopausal women. METHODS The study group consisted of 611 women after menopause (their median age was 65.82 ± 6.29 years). Each of them underwent bone densitometry (DXA) of the non-dominant femoral neck and total hip with a biochemical analysis of vitamin D3 serum concentration and genotyping of the above-mentioned single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs); the obtained results were analyzed in the aspect of waist circumference (WC), body mass index (BMI) and past medical history. RESULTS The genotype prevalence rates of all SNPs were compatible with Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium (p > 0.050). Out of the studied polymorphisms, only rs731236 genotype variants affected DXA, with AG heterozygotes showing the worst bone parameters. Neither patient age nor vitamin D3 concentration, BMI, WC or comorbidities was associated with rs731236 genotype. CONCLUSIONS Out of the polymorphisms studied, only rs731236 genotypes differed among the DXA results, while the AG heterozygotes were characterized by the lowest median bone mineral density.
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- Sylwia Górczyńska-Kosiorz
- Department of Internal Medicine, Diabetology and Nephrology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland; (E.T.); (J.G.)
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Diabetology and Nephrology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland; (E.T.); (J.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, School of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, Medyków Street 18, 40-752 Katowice, Poland;
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- Metabolic Bone Diseases Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Diabetology and Nephrology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland;
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Diabetology and Nephrology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland; (E.T.); (J.G.)
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Lee CY, Chuang YS, Lee CH, Wu MT. Linking metabolic syndrome with low bone mass through insights from BMI and health behaviors. Sci Rep 2023; 13:14393. [PMID: 37658154 PMCID: PMC10474022 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-41513-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/03/2023] Open
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The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between metabolic syndrome (MetS), and bone density in a 30- to 50-year-old Taiwanese population, and to explore the combined effects of BMI and health behaviors on this association. A total of 52,912 individuals aged 30-50 years from the Taiwan Biobank were included in this cross-sectional study. Bone density status was assessed using quantitative ultrasound (QUS). The joint effect was assessed by including an interaction term in the multi-logistic regression models to test the association between MetS, BMI, and bone density while controlling for potential confounders. MetS was associated with reduced bone density, with the risk of severe low bone density (SLBD) higher among BMI < 24 kg/m2 individuals with MetS (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1.5, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.09-2.16), while the risk was not significant among BMI ≥ 24 kg/m2 individuals with MetS. Smoking, alcohol consumption, and lack of regular exercise among individuals with a BMI < 24 kg/m2 and MetS were associated with higher risk of severe low bone density (SLBD), the aORs (95%CI) were 2.9 (1.59-5.20), 2.1 (1.06-4.22), and 1.8 (1.24-2.54) respectively. Our study suggests that metabolic syndrome could increase the risk of severe low bone density, but this risk can be minimized through higher BMI, non-smoking, no alcohol consumption, and regular exercise. Conversely, smoking, alcohol consumption or lack of regular exercise may exacerbate the risk of severe low bone density. These findings highlight the importance of a multifactorial approach in managing bone healthcare.
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- Chun-Ying Lee
- Department of Family Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
- Research Center for Precision Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
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- Department of Family Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Research Center for Precision Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Research Center for Precision Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Family Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Research Center for Precision Environmental Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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Stowers JM, Black AT, Kavanagh AM, Mata KDL, Eshetu T. Bone Density by Specific Anatomic Location Using Hounsfield Samples of the Lower Extremity: A Multi-center Retrospective Analysis. J Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 62:80-84. [PMID: 35738992 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2022.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Understanding bone mineral density and its effects on patient outcomes is a useful tool for lower extremity surgeons. Historically, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scans have been the gold standard for quantifying bone mineral density. In this study, we look at an indirect way to measure bone mineral density using Hounsfield units on computed tomography. The aim of this study is to establish normal physiological Hounsfield ranges in specific bones of the foot by analyzing Hounsfield unit measurements and determining associated factors. We hypothesize that there will be a difference in density based on age, sex, and anatomic location. Patient data from January 2010 to January 2020 were retrospectively analyzed from 2 institutions. Nine anatomic locations (calcaneus, talar body, talar head, navicular, cuboid, medial cuneiform, head of first and fifth metatarsal, and base of first proximal phalanx) were measured for bone mineral density averages. In total, 137 patients were evaluated (71 males, 66 females) with an average age of 54 years. Significant differences in density were found between the 9 anatomic locations. Age was confirmed to be a significant covariate with inverse relation to Hounsfield units, p < .001. There were no density differences between sexes at any of the locations, except the talar head, p < .001. This is the first study to our knowledge to establish normal physiological ranges of bone density on computed tomography for specific anatomic locations of the foot. This quantitative approach to bone density and the established effect of age, sex, and location is pivotal for diagnostic and preoperative planning.
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- Jered M Stowers
- Fellowship Trained Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Foot and Ankle Specialists of Central Ohio, Columbus, OH.
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- Fellowship Trained Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Foot and Ankle Specialists of Central Ohio, Columbus, OH
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- Senior Resident Physician, Department of Plastics Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC
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- Resident Physician, Department of Podiatric Surgery, Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, NY
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- Biostatistician, Department of Plastics Surgery, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC
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Rhee SY, Yon DK, Kwon MJ, Kim JH, Kim JH, Bang WJ, Lee JW, Kwon BC, Choi HG, Min C. Association between metabolic syndrome and osteoporosis among adults aged 50 years and older: using the National Health Information Database in South Korea. Arch Osteoporos 2022; 17:124. [PMID: 36114354 DOI: 10.1007/s11657-022-01161-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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This study aimed to examine the association between a history of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and osteoporosis with specific characteristics. The results showed that MetS was inversely associated with osteoporosis. In contrast, MetS was positively associated with osteoporosis in both obese men and postmenopausal obese women. PURPOSE Although several previous studies have investigated the association between MetS and osteoporosis, their findings remain controversial. This study aimed to examine the association between a MetS history and osteoporosis using a subset of data from a large, long-term, national database. METHODS This nested case-control study used the National Health Information Database (NHID) of the Korea National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) from 2009 to 2017. Osteoporosis (n = 459,771) and control (n = 459,771) participants were matched in a 1:1 ratio by age, gender, income, and region of residence. MetS was defined based on the modified National Cholesterol Education Program-Adult Treatment Panel III criteria. Crude and adjusted odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for osteoporosis in patients with MetS and its components were analyzed using logistic regression. Subgroup analyses were performed according to the combination of gender, menopausal status, and obesity status. RESULTS The adjusted OR (95% CI) for osteoporosis in patients with MetS was 0.95 (0.94-0.96). This finding was consistent with the subgroup analyses in normal weight men, premenopausal (pre-MP) women with all obesity statuses, and postmenopausal (post-MP) underweight and normal weight women. In contrast, the opposite was observed for obese men (OR = 1.05, 95% CI = 1.01-1.09) and post-MP obese women (OR = 1.05, 95% CI = 1.01-1.08). CONCLUSION This study results suggested that MetS was associated with a low occurrence of osteoporosis. In contrast, MetS was associated with a high occurrence of osteoporosis in both obese men and post-MP obese women.
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- Sang Youl Rhee
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyung Hee University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Center for Digital Health, Medical Science Research Institute, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, 26, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 02447, Republic of Korea
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- Center for Digital Health, Medical Science Research Institute, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, 26, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 02447, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Hallym Data Science Laboratory, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea. .,Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 22, Gwanpyeong-ro 170beon-gil, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, 14068, Republic of Korea.
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- Center for Digital Health, Medical Science Research Institute, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, 26, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 02447, Republic of Korea.
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