Vitamin D and kidney disease

Abstract

When functioning correctly, the kidney turns vitamin D into a substance which strengthens the bones. In people with kidney disease, this may not happen and may lead to brittle bones and even to fractures. It now seems possible that kidney sufferers could be given a modified version of vitamin D (1‐hydroxy‐vitamin D) which will by‐pass the kidney and have the necessary improving effect on the bones.

Citation

(1974), "Vitamin D and kidney disease", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 74 No. 1, pp. 10-10. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb058582