Association of body mass index and bone mineral density in postmenopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Synapse
September 19, 2025Open Access
Association of body mass index and bone mineral density in postmenopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Key Points
Higher body mass index is associated with increased bone mineral density in postmenopausal women, suggesting a protective effect against osteoporosis.
The meta-analysis shows a significant correlation between BMI and BMD, particularly noting that a rise in BMI corresponds with improved BMD outcomes.
Conducted as a systematic review and meta-analysis, this research aggregates results across multiple studies to provide robust evidence on BMI-BMD relationships.
Understanding the BMI-BMD relationship may highlight potential strategies in managing bone health and osteoporosis risk in postmenopausal populations.
Abstract
Background This meta-analysis aims to exploring the correlation between body mass index (BMI) and bone mineral density (BMD) in postmenopausal women (PMW).