Osteoporosis: the potential of modern bone densitometric studies

Osteoporosis is a disease that is widespread among the population and leads to early disability and a decrease in the quality of life. The review provides information on modern diagnostic imaging methods that allow to identify violations of the mineral composition of bone tissue with a high degree of reliability and at an early stage and predict the risks of fractures.The author of the article concludes that the expression «It is easier to prevent than to treat» applies to osteoporosis. And in this regard, one of the cornerstones of the tasks of doctors of related specialties is the need for early identification of persons at risk, comprehensive examination, and methods of radiation diagnostics play a significant role in this.