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Osteonecrosis and atypical fractures—common origins?

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We wish to acknowledge Dr. Juliet Compston's insightful critique of this manuscript, while in preparation.

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  1. Division of Diagnostic Sciences, UMDNJ New Jersey Dental School, Newark, NJ, USA

    G. Subramanian & S. Y. P. Quek

  2. Department of Orthopaedics, UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, USA

    J. C. Fritton

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Subramanian, G., Fritton, J.C. & Quek, S.Y.P. Osteonecrosis and atypical fractures—common origins?. Osteoporos Int 24, 745–746 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00198-012-1953-6

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