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Psoriatic arthritis other diagnostic studies
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Bone mineral density testing may show decreased bone density in psoriatic arthritis.
Other Diagnostic Studies
Other Diagnostic Studies
- Bone mineral density (BMD) testing: Bone density may be decreased in psoriatic arthritis resulting in osteoporosis and increased risk for fractures. [1]
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