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Bone scans support high-velocity resistance training in older adults

AuntMinnie

Studies were published between 2003 and 2021. HVRT should be considered in clinical practice, however it remains unclear as to what constitutes an optimal exercise program,” the group concluded. They found 2,696 potentially relevant studies and eventually narrows the list to 25 that met the review’s inclusion criteria.

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Surgeons urged to screen for osteoporosis in THA patients

AuntMinnie

Screening for osteoporosis using dedicated bone scans among total hip arthroplasty (THA) patients remains alarmingly low, according to research presented February 14 at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) annual meeting in San Francisco. claims database who underwent THA.

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Inflammatory Breast Carcinoma

Global Radiology CME

Bone scan shows diffuse uptake in the markedly enlarged right breast secondary to increased blood pool activity and impaired washout. Discussion: 63-year-old woman presented to a clinic with a one month history of progressively enlarging right breast with redness and tenderness. Mammogram CC view.