Opportunistic use of dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry to evaluate lumbar scoliosis

ConclusionsLumbar spine rotation does not significantly affect BMD and BMC within 15 ° and 10° of axial and sagittal plane rotation, respectively, and minimally affects Cobb angle measurement. Spine alignment in the coronal plane can be reliably assessed using lumbar PA DXA images.
Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research