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5 Conclusions

Bone mineral density measured by DXA, regardless limitations associated to the
technique's ability to encapture bone quality, is a strong predictor of bone strength in
the femoral neck region. Supported by an adequate FEA simulation, DXA may be
regarded as a valuable tool during the prediction of BMD spectrums which present a
significant risk of fragility fractures.

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