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Does this woman have osteoporosis?

Authors :
Green, Amanda D.
Colon-Emeric, Cathleen S.
Bastian, Lori
Drake, Matthew T.
Lyles, Kenneth W.
Source :
JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association. Dec 15, 2004, Vol. 292 Issue 23, p2890, 2900 p.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

A study conducted to review the accuracy and precision of physical examination findings for the diagnosis of osteopenia, osteoporosis or spinal fracture is presented. It is stated that several convenient examination maneuvers, like low weight can change the pretest probability of osteroporosis in patients who do not meet current bone mineral density screening recommendations and suggest the need for earlier screening.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00987484
Volume :
292
Issue :
23
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.127892763