Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry of Both Hips Helps Appropriate Diagnosis of Low Bone Mineral Density and Osteoporosis
Controversy still remains regarding the use of bilateral hip scanning when bone mineral density (BMD) is measured, and bilateral hip scanning is not mandatory in international guidelines for screening of osteoporosis. BMD of both hips and the lumbar spine was analyzed in 133 consecutive individuals....
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-07-01
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| Series: | Diagnostics |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/7/3/41 |