Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9271704 | Osteoarthritis and Cartilage | 2005 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
The results demonstrate the presence of sex differences in OA prevalence and incidence, with females generally at a higher risk. Females also tend to have more severe knee OA, particularly after menopausal age. The site differences indicate the need for further studies to explore mechanisms underlying OA.
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Authors
Velandai K. (Research Fellow), Jayne L. B.Math. Grad. Dip. Med. Stat., Guangju M.Sc., Tania M. M.Med.Sc. (Clin. Epi.), David Ph.D., Graeme M.D.,