Does bone mass density selectively correlate with serum markers of oxidative damage in post-menopausal women?
Our data showed that markers of oxidative challenge are associated with bone loss in women in post-menopausal status. We suggest that menopause-related estrogen withdrawal might contribute to make bone more vulnerable to oxidative injury thereby increasing the risk of PO development.
Autologous platelet-rich plasma did not reduce perioperative bleeding or transfusion requirements in repeat valvular surgery.