vBMD
vBMD stands for volumetric bone mineral density. It is a measurement of the density of bone tissue within a specific volume. This is typically assessed using imaging techniques such as computed tomography (CT) scans. Unlike areal bone mineral density (aBMD), which is measured by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) and represents bone density projected onto a 2D plane, vBMD considers the three-dimensional structure of bone.
vBMD is particularly valuable in understanding bone quality and strength, which are crucial for assessing fracture
Higher vBMD generally indicates denser and potentially stronger bone. Conversely, lower vBMD can be associated with