Table 2. Correlation between Body Weight (kg) and Bone Mineral Density (BMD) at 12 and 24 months by Contraceptive Method.
Pearson Correlation Coefficienta (p-value) |
Weight vs. Femoral Neck BMD | Weight vs. Spine BMD | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
12 months | 24 months | 12 months | 24 months | |
DMPA | .700 (< .001) | .929 (p < .001) | .514 (p = .01) | .584 (p = .05) |
OC | .534 (< .001) | .541 (p < .001) | .514 (p < .001) | .470 (p = .004) |
Control | .555 (< .001) | .513 (p < .001) | .457 (p < .001) | .432 (p = .002) |
Note:
Adjusted for age, smoking, physical activity and prior contraceptive use