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Predictive Value of BMD for Hip and Other Fractures

Journal of Bone and Mineral Research · 2005 · Vol. 20(7) · pp. 1185–1194
Olof JohnellJohn А. KanisAnders OdénHelena JohanssonChris De LaetPierre DelmasJohn A. EismanSeiko FujiwaraHeikki KrögerDan MellströmPierre J. MeunierL. Joseph MeltonTerence W O’NeillHuibert A. P. PolsJ. ReeveAlan J. SilmanAlan Tenenhouse

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.

Bone health and osteoporosis researchHip and Femur FracturesHip disorders and treatmentsMedicineFemoral neckHip fractureCohortCohort studyPoisson regressionRisk factorBone mineralInternal medicineDemography

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AdultAge FactorsAgedAged, 80 and overFemaleHipHip FracturesHumansMaleMiddle AgedOsteoporosisPrognosisRisk FactorsSex FactorsUltrasonography

Funding

  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Pfizer
  • International Osteoporosis Foundation
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