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[Bone and joint diseases in children. Abnormal bone mineral density in children]

Teruki Sone1, Kazuhiro Onaru

  • 1Department of Nuclear Medicine, Kawasaki Medical School.

Clinical Calcium
|June 2, 2010
PubMed

Insights

Osteoporosis is a growing concern in children, stemming from primary issues or secondary to diseases and lifestyle factors. This review covers methods for evaluating bone mineral density (BMD) and the causes of abnormal BMD in pediatric patients.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Bone Metabolism Research
  • Sclerosing Disorders

Context:

  • Osteoporosis prevalence is increasing in both pediatric and adult populations.
  • It can manifest as a primary condition or secondary to various diseases, medications, and lifestyle factors.
  • Advancements in understanding the molecular pathogenesis of sclerosing disorders offer insights into bone metabolism.

Purpose:

  • To review recent advancements in methods for assessing bone mineral density (BMD) during childhood.
  • To explore the etiologies behind abnormal BMD in pediatric cases.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of pediatric osteoporosis evaluation.

Summary:

  • This chapter focuses on the evaluation of bone mineral density (BMD) in growing individuals.
  • It examines the diverse causes contributing to abnormal BMD in children, including primary disorders and secondary effects.
  • Recent progress in BMD assessment methodologies for pediatric populations is discussed.

Impact:

  • Enhances understanding of pediatric bone health and osteoporosis.
  • Provides clinicians with updated information on evaluating and diagnosing abnormal BMD in children.
  • Contributes to the foundational knowledge of bone metabolism and sclerosing disorders affecting bone density.

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