Predictive Value of BMD for Hip and Other Fractures

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Authors

Olof Johnell · Lund University

John А. Kanis · University of Sheffield

Anders Odén

Helena Johansson

Chris De Laet · Erasmus University Rotterdam

Pierre Delmas · Hôpital Edouard Herriot

John A. Eisman · Garvan Institute of Medical Research

Seiko Fujiwara

Abstract

We conclude that BMD is a risk factor for fracture of substantial importance and is similar in both sexes. Its validation on an international basis permits its use in case finding strategies. Its use should, however, take account of the variations in predictive value with age and BMD.

Topics & Keywords

Bone health and osteoporosis research Hip and Femur Fractures Hip disorders and treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Bone and Mineral Research

Volume 20, Issue 7, pp. 1185-1194

DOI: 10.1359/jbmr.050304

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