title: Identification of patients with low bone mass by single photon absorptiometry and single-energy X-ray absorptiometry.
abstract: Single-photon absorptiometry measurements at the radius and calcaneus have been shown in a number of prospective studies to predict the risk of all fractures as well as measurements at the spine or hip. Single-energy X-ray absorptiometry should do as well or better. These methods should be useful in selecting patients for therapy to treat or prevent osteoporosis.
authors.affiliation: Indiana University Medical Center, Department of Medicine, Indianapolis 46202-5124, USA.
authors.forename: C C
authors.initials: CC
authors.lastname: Johnston
authors.forename: C W
authors.initials: CW
authors.lastname: Slemenda
mesh_terms: D015502:Absorptiometry, Photon; D015519:Bone Density; D003720:Densitometry; D006801:Humans; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000503:physiopathology; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D011877:Radionuclide Imaging