respectively. Multi-variate analyses revealed that age was a significant risk factor for all-cause death, post-operative trans-mitral inflow pattern for cardiac death, and pre-operative mitral regurgitation and post-operative trans-mitral inflow pattern for cardiac events. The authors concluded that de...
The device is portable, so it can be brought to health fairs and pharmacies. This makes the test available to more people who may not be able to get the central DXA test. Peripheral tests are also a way to screen people, so those who show a greater chance for osteoporosis can get more...
Central DXA:This test looks at yourspineand hip bones. It tends to be more accurate. It also costs more. Central DXA stands for Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry. During the test, you lie down on a padded platform, fully clothed. A machine arm passes above you, sending low-dose X-rays...