The predictive value of forearm bone mineral content measurements in men.
Six hundred and fifty-four men had their bone mineral content (BMC) measured with single photon absorptiometry during 1970-1976. All roentgenograms 1975-1985 (11 years) were registered and thus all falls requiring roentgen examinations. BMC was found to be of predictive value in ages below 70-80 with regard to future fragility fractures. Other characteristics were more falls, less grip strength, and weight. A history of previous vertebral fracture and cerebral disorder were also predictive. Men with only nonfragility fractures showed no differences compared to the nonfracture population.
Gärdsell
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Department of Orthopaedics, Malmö General Hospital, Lund University, Sweden.
Johnell
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Nilsson
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D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D015519:Bone Density / Q000502:physiology*; D005542:Forearm; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests