作者: C.I. Gryfe , A.N. Exton-Smith , P.R. Payne , EricaF. Wheeler
DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(71)91126-3
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摘要: Abstract Data are presented on the growth in length and cortical area of 2nd metacarpal children aged 2-18 years, derived from radiographs files Harpenden study. These results supplement those previously reported for adults good alignment with them. Combined percentile curves have been produced which can be used to assess amount bone adults, by calculation a simple ratio representing surface area. The form is very similar that 50th weight-for-age percentile, boys girls. body-weight calculated each age-group, age 18 this approximately 20% lower girls than boys. relatively bone-mass early adult life may one factors leading higher incidence osteoporosis women old age.