Medical imaging is the process of visual representation of different tissues and organs of the
human body to monitor the normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of the body …

The mechanical properties of bone are fundamental to the ability of our skeletons to support
movement and to provide protection to our vital organs. As such, deterioration in mechanical …

Background—Limited data exist on trends in incidence of atrial fibrillation (AF). We assessed
the community-based trends in AF incidence for 1980 to 2000 and provided prevalence …

Estrogens and androgens influence the growth and maintenance of the mammalian
skeleton and are responsible for its sexual dimorphism. Estrogen deficiency at menopause …

This review discusses advances in knowledge regarding the composition and structure of
bone, the modeling and remodeling of bone, the formation of bone during growth and its …

Osteoporosis in men is a common but often overlooked disorder by clinicians. The criterion
for osteoporosis diagnosis in men is similar to that in women—namely, a bone mineral …

Context: Assessment of trabecular microarchitecture may enhance the prediction of fracture
risk and improve monitoring of treatment response. A new high-resolution peripheral …

Opportunistic screening for osteoporosis can be performed using low‐dose computed
tomography (LDCT) imaging obtained for other clinical indications. In this study we explored …

It is well known that the underlying mechanisms of osteoporosis in older adults are different
than those associated with estrogen deprivation. Age-related bone loss involves a gradual …

Background Abdominal and thoracic CT provide a valuable opportunity for osteoporosis
screening regardless of the clinical indication for imaging. Purpose To establish reference …