Association Between Radius Axial Low-Frequency Ultrasound Velocity and Bone Fragility in Primary Hyperparathyroidism - Takeaways - MDSpire

Association Between Radius Axial Low-Frequency Ultrasound Velocity and Bone Fragility in Primary Hyperparathyroidism

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  • Jessica Pepe

  • Luciano Colangelo

  • Daniele Diacinti

  • Maurizio Angelozzi

  • Velia Melone

  • Patrizio Pasqualetti

  • Marco Occhiuto

  • Rachele Santori

  • Salvatore Minisola

  • Cristiana Cipriani

  • October 5, 2024

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    The study evaluated the use of low-frequency ultrasound (VLF) as a screening tool for bone fragility in postmenopausal women with primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT).

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    A total of 117 women with PHPT underwent DXA and VLF assessments, revealing a significant association between lower radius ultrasound T-scores and osteoporosis.

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    The study found that lower radius ultrasound T-scores were linked to increased odds of fractures at various skeletal sites, including the femoral neck and total hip.

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    VLF measurements demonstrated a moderate agreement with DXA results, suggesting its potential as a preliminary screening method when DXA is unavailable.

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    The findings support the use of VLF ultrasound to assess skeletal fragility in PHPT patients, particularly in settings lacking access to DXA technology.

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Association Between Radius Axial Low-Frequency Ultrasound Velocity and Bone Fragility in Primary Hyperparathyroidism

  • by Jessica Pepe, Luciano Colangelo, Daniele Diacinti, Maurizio Angelozzi, Velia Melone, Patrizio Pasqualetti, Marco Occhiuto, Rachele Santori, Salvatore Minisola, Cristiana Cipriani

  • October 5, 2024

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