Title: The Importance and Significance of Bone Mineral Density in the Difference Areas for the Diagnosis of Primary Osteoporosis
Abstract:Objective To analyze the significance of the difference of bone mineral density (BMD) in the examined areas for comfirmation of the diagnosis of primary osteoporosis. Methods The BMD in each part of l...Objective To analyze the significance of the difference of bone mineral density (BMD) in the examined areas for comfirmation of the diagnosis of primary osteoporosis. Methods The BMD in each part of lumbar spine, hip and whole body was investigated by Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) in 1 233 persons aged 20 -- 89 (414 males, 819 females). DPL~+ (LUNAR co USA) and EXCEL software were used for the analysis and comparison. Results The BMD in L_ 1 --2 was lower than L_ 2-4 especially after the ages of 40 in the females(P 0. 01 ), and the BMD in Ward striangle area was the lowest among all other parts of hip (P 0. 01 ). Conclusion The truthfulness of BMD in lumbar spine was changed by degeneration. The lower BMD in Ward striangle area indicated the weak structure in bone. The diagnosis of osteoporosis should refer to the BMD on any areas and any parts of the skeleton, and at lease two areas should be examined for significant conclusions.Read More
Publication Year: 1999
Publication Date: 1999-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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