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Bone Health in Patients with Dyslipidemias: An Underestimated Aspect.

TitleBone Health in Patients with Dyslipidemias: An Underestimated Aspect.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2022
AuthorsAnagnostis, P., Florentin M., Livadas S., Lambrinoudaki I., & Goulis D. G.
JournalInt J Mol Sci
Volume23
Issue3
Date Published2022 Jan 31
ISSN1422-0067
KeywordsBone Density, Cholesterol, LDL, Dyslipidemias, Fractures, Bone, Humans, Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors, Osteoporosis, Prevalence
Abstract

Beyond being aging-related diseases, atherosclerosis and osteoporosis share common pathogenetic pathways implicated in bone and vascular mineralization. However, the contributory role of dyslipidemia in this interplay is less documented. The purpose of this narrative review is to provide epidemiological evidence regarding the prevalence of bone disease (osteoporosis, fracture risk) in patients with dyslipidemias and to discuss potential common pathophysiological mechanisms linking osteoporosis and atherosclerosis. The effect of hypolipidemic therapy on bone metabolism is also discussed. Despite the high data heterogeneity and the variable quality of studies, dyslipidemia, mainly elevated total and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol concentrations, is associated with low bone mass and increased fracture risk. This effect may be mediated directly by the increased oxidative stress and systemic inflammation associated with dyslipidemia, leading to increased osteoclastic activity and reduced bone formation. Moreover, factors such as estrogen, vitamin D and K deficiency, and increased concentrations of parathyroid hormone, homocysteine and lipid oxidation products, can also contribute. Regarding the effect of hypolipidemic medications on bone metabolism, statins may slightly increase BMD and reduce fracture risk, although the evidence is not robust, as it is for omega-3 fatty acids. No evidence exists for the effects of ezetimibe, fibrates, and niacin. In any case, more prospective studies are needed further to elucidate the association between lipids and bone strength.

DOI10.3390/ijms23031639
Alternate JournalInt J Mol Sci
PubMed ID35163560
PubMed Central IDPMC8835770

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