Research Article

Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results

Volume: 4 Number: 10 October 1, 2020
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Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results

Abstract

Aim: Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and quantitative computed tomography (QCT) are methods used today to evaluate bone mass and structure and determine the risk of fractures. In this study, spinal and femoral bone density results measured by DXA and QCT in elderly patients with vertebral and non-vertebral fractures were compared to identify the most effective method in determining the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Methods: In this retrospective cohort study, 45 elderly patients aged 65–84 years were analyzed. Group 1 included 11 patients with atraumatic vertebral fractures, Group 2 included 11 patients with non-vertebral fractures and Group 3 included 23 patients without fractures. T-scores and bone mineral density (BMD) values of spinal (lumbar 1-4) and femoral (neck) regions measured by both DXA and QCT were evaluated. Results: Spinal and femoral T-scores and BMD values measured by DXA and QCT were similar between the groups (P>0.05 for all). In Group 1, lumbar BMD value, lumbar and femoral neck T-scores measured by QCT were significantly lower than DXA (P<0.001, P=0.004 and P=0.037, respectively). In Group 2, lumbar BMD value and T-score measured by QCT were significantly lower than DXA (P<0.001 and P<0.001). In Group 3, lumbar T-score, lumbar and femoral neck BMD values measured by QCT were significantly lower than DXA (P<0.001, P<0.001 and P=0.004, respectively). Conclusion: QCT is an effective method that can be used in elderly patients with fractures and arthrosis where DXA may yield false-positive results.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Geriatrics and Gerontology, Radiology and Organ Imaging, Rehabilitation

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

October 1, 2020

Submission Date

September 4, 2020

Acceptance Date

November 8, 2020

Published in Issue

Year 2020 Volume: 4 Number: 10

APA
Derin Çiçek, E., Öztürk, G., & Aktaş, İ. (2020). Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results. Journal of Surgery and Medicine, 4(10), 883-886. https://doi.org/10.28982/josam.790513
AMA
1.Derin Çiçek E, Öztürk G, Aktaş İ. Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results. J Surg Med. 2020;4(10):883-886. doi:10.28982/josam.790513
Chicago
Derin Çiçek, Esin, Gülcan Öztürk, and İlknur Aktaş. 2020. “Comparison of Quantitative Computed Tomography and Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry in Elderly Patients With Vertebral and Nonvertebral Fractures: Preliminary Results”. Journal of Surgery and Medicine 4 (10): 883-86. https://doi.org/10.28982/josam.790513.
EndNote
Derin Çiçek E, Öztürk G, Aktaş İ (October 1, 2020) Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results. Journal of Surgery and Medicine 4 10 883–886.
IEEE
[1]E. Derin Çiçek, G. Öztürk, and İ. Aktaş, “Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results”, J Surg Med, vol. 4, no. 10, pp. 883–886, Oct. 2020, doi: 10.28982/josam.790513.
ISNAD
Derin Çiçek, Esin - Öztürk, Gülcan - Aktaş, İlknur. “Comparison of Quantitative Computed Tomography and Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry in Elderly Patients With Vertebral and Nonvertebral Fractures: Preliminary Results”. Journal of Surgery and Medicine 4/10 (October 1, 2020): 883-886. https://doi.org/10.28982/josam.790513.
JAMA
1.Derin Çiçek E, Öztürk G, Aktaş İ. Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results. J Surg Med. 2020;4:883–886.
MLA
Derin Çiçek, Esin, et al. “Comparison of Quantitative Computed Tomography and Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry in Elderly Patients With Vertebral and Nonvertebral Fractures: Preliminary Results”. Journal of Surgery and Medicine, vol. 4, no. 10, Oct. 2020, pp. 883-6, doi:10.28982/josam.790513.
Vancouver
1.Esin Derin Çiçek, Gülcan Öztürk, İlknur Aktaş. Comparison of quantitative computed tomography and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in elderly patients with vertebral and nonvertebral fractures: Preliminary results. J Surg Med. 2020 Oct. 1;4(10):883-6. doi:10.28982/josam.790513