rather than lumbar BMD (p<0.05 in each group).#Performing a distal forearm DEXA scan in addition to a central DEXA scan appears to be clinically significant for detecting the low BMD in the distal radius, which is associated with osteoporotic DRF in elderly females.#III; case-control study....
There was no record of BMI, history of weight loss or other risk factors for osteoporosis prior to DEXA request. Conclusion Our practice of DEXA scan did not adhere to the BSG guidelines. There was great variability in timing of DEXA scans in CD patients. There was marked absence of record...
Documentation of smoking status, alcohol history, use of corticosteroids, past medical history and family history of fracture was done for most patients. Of the 30 patients, 13 had already had a DEXA scan; in two pts a FRAX score was unable to be calculated due to information not being ...