Table 3. Mean lumbar BMD according to H. pylori serological status.
Values are presented as mean lumbar (L1-L4) BMD±standard error. Model 1: adjusted for age. Model 2: adjusted for age and body mass index. Model 3: adjusted for age, body mass index, alcohol, smoking, and exercise.
BMD, bone mineral density (g/cm2); H. pylori, Helicobacter pylori.