Statistical Analysis: Relationship between computed scan parameters at different sites, bone micro-architectural parameters (peripheral scan), biological parameters, genetic markers and the occurrence of fracture will be analyzed initially by univariate analysis (screening process). This will help to reduce the number of variables analyzed at the second stage of analysis (i.e. multivariate analysis).
Expected results: This study will help to evaluate radiological, biochemical and genetic determinants of bone quality in men with decreased bone density. It will help to establish a prospective study to evaluate predictive factors of fractures in men.
