Estimation of Bone Mineral Density in the Femoral Neck and Lumbar Spine using Texture Analysis of Chest and Pelvis Computed Tomography Hounsfield Unit.

Objective: This study aimed to establish an academic basis for using a computed tomography (CT) model for predicting osteoporosis in the clinical setting by illustrating the effectiveness of morphometric texture analysis. We introduce texture analysis and quantitative approaches using CT Hounsfield units (HU) to screen osteoporosis.

Methods: From March 6, 2013, to August 11, 2020, a total of 4,333 cases (1,766 patients) were included in the study.