Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Osteoporosis Screening using Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry

Abstract

Purpose: Several survey studies have expressed concerns regarding a general decline in osteoporosis screening as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We compared our institution's experience on osteoporosis screening using dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.