Don’t use dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) to screen for osteoporosis in women younger than 65 years or in men younger than 70 years with no risk factors. note: Risk factors include, but are not limited to, fractures after 50 years of age, prolonged exposure to corticosteroids, diet deficient in calcium or vitamin D, cigarette smoking, alcoholism, and thin/small build. | AAFP

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Rationale and Comments

Not cost-effective in younger, low-risk patients, but cost-effective in older patients.

Sponsoring Organizations

American Academy of Family Physicians

Sources

U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
American College of Preventive Medicine
National Osteoporosis Foundation

Disciplines

Preventive Medicine
Rheumatologic

References

U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
American Association of Clinical Endocrinology
American College of Preventive Medicine
National Osteoporosis Foundation

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