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World J Orthop. Feb 18, 2022; 13(2): 160-170
Published online Feb 18, 2022. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.160
Published online Feb 18, 2022. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.160
Terminology | T-score definition |
Normal | T ≥ -1.0 |
Osteopenia | -2.5 < T < -1.0 |
Osteoporosis | T ≤ -2.5 |
Severe osteoporosis | T ≤ -2.5 in the presence of one or more fragility fracture |
- Citation: Elamin Ahmed H, Al-Dadah O. Bone mineral density in fracture neck of femur patients: What's the significance? World J Orthop 2022; 13(2): 160-170
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2218-5836/full/v13/i2/160.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.160