Increased risk of osteoporosis and fracture in women with systemic sclerosis: A comparative study with rheumatoid arthritis

Abstract

The prevalence of OP and fracture in SSc was increased compared to healthy women and reached the high prevalence associated with RA. Age and vitamin D deficiency were identified as risk factors of fracture in SSc. Therefore, increasing the awareness and performance of BMD measurements together with the vitamin D supply in patients with SSc is warranted.