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Bone densitometry in the diagnosis of vertebral fractures in children: Accuracy of vertebral fracture assessment

Authors: Mayranpaa MK, Helenius I, Valta H, Mayranpaa MI, Toiviainen-Salo S, Makitie O

Publisher: ELSEVIER SCIENCE INC

Publication year: 2007

Journal:: BONE

Journal name in source: BONE

Journal acronym: BONE

Volume: 41

Issue: 3

First page : 353

Last page: 359

Number of pages: 7

ISSN: 8756-3282

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bone.2007.05.012

Abstract

Conclusions: The utility of DXA scanner derived images of the spine in vertebral fracture detection in children is limited by compromised visibility and poor diagnostic accuracy. The semi-computerized software is not suitable for pediatric use. These limitations should be kept in mind when assessing pediatric patients for osteoporosis. (C) 2007 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.