Bone density in children: what are we measuring?
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1136/archdischild-2019-316940.
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Abstract
The measurement of bone density is a frequent request in the assessment of children with concerns about bone health due to chronic disease or recurrent fractures. Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) remains the recommended modality and is widely available. However, the interpretation and reporting of results in growing individuals needs to be undertaken by individuals who are familiar with scanning children and the potential pitfalls.
Medical subject headings
- Absorptiometry, Photon
- Bone Density
- Bone Diseases
- Clinical Competence
- Fractures, Bone
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed