Authors:
Zosky G.R.; Berry L.;, Elliot. J.G; James A.L.; Gorman S.;, Hart P.H.
Authors notes:
Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2011 May 15;183(10):1336-43. Epub 2011 Feb 4.
Keywords:
Vitamin D deficiency causes deficits in lung function and alters lung structure
Abstract
The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency is increasing and has been linked to obstructive lung diseases including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Recent studies suggest that vitamin D deficiency is associated with reduced lung function. The relationship between vitamin D deficiency and lung function is confounded by the association between physical activity levels and vitamin D status. Thus, causal data confirming a relationship between vitamin D and lung function are lacking.
Objective: To determine if vitamin D deficiency alters lung structure and function.
Media release: Vitamin D deficiency affects lung growth and function (January 30, 2011)