| Author | Year [Cit. Number] | Main Findings |
|---|---|---|
| Zhang J, et al. | 2012 [102] | Vitamin D decreases production of IL-6 and TNFα |
| Ranganathan P, et al. | 2009 [103] | Specific Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) alleles are associated with accelerated generalized bone loss in RA |
| Rass P, et al. | 2006 [104] | The B allele of the VDR gene BsmI polymorphism is correlated with increased osteoclast and osteoblast function |
| Sainaghi PP, et al. | 2011 [105] | Presence of higher plasma PTH levels, contributing to the development of a “relative hyperparathyroidism” condition |
| Sainaghi PP, et al. | 2013 [112] | High loading dose of cholecalciferol (300.000 UI), followed by a maintenance daily dose(600-800 UI), could be more effective in inducing PTH suppression |