| Literature DB >> 30237809 |
Leslie R Morse1,2, Jennifer Coker1, Ricardo A Battaglino2.
Abstract
Statins are a widely prescribed class of medications that inhibit similar pathways as the anti-resorptive bisphosphonate drugs. Statins target the mevalonate pathway by blocking HMG-CoA reductase. Several recent meta-analyses concluded statins are osteoprotective in the general population. Here we present current literature exploring the mechanisms underlying the putative osteoprotective effects of statins. We also review recent clinical studies, ranging from observational cohort studies to randomized clinical trials, testing the effect of statins on bone health in various populations.Entities:
Keywords: bone loss; fracture healing; statins
Year: 2018 PMID: 30237809 PMCID: PMC6143288
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Actual osteol ISSN: 1669-8975