Ankylosing Spondylitis and Osteoporosis
Are You Sure the Patient Has Ankylosing Spondylitis and Osteoporosis? Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the axial skeleton and inflammation at sites of bony insertions for tendons and ligaments (enthesitis). It is associated with a strong genetic predisposition with HLA-B27. Extra-skeletal involvement can include: uveitis, aortitis (rare), conduction rhythm…