Abstract
Rheumatoid arthritis is a autoimmune diseases characterized as joint chronic synovitis, and is accompanied with systemic damage. Osteoporotic fracture is one of the common complications of rheumatoid arthritis, which may decrease quality of life, and even increase the mortality of patients. Variety of factors may be associated with the occurrence of osteoporotic fractures in rheumatoid arthritis patients. In this article, through the literature review we discuss the risk factors of osteoporotic fracture, including vitamin D deficiency, lower limb muscle strength and balance ability in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Key words: Arthritis, rheumatoid; Osteoporotic fracture
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