New CT tool could spot hidden fracture risk in COPD patients
Knowledge-focused
Completed
This study tested whether CT scans can better measure bone health and predict fracture risk in 560 smokers with and without COPD. Researchers used CT images of the spine and ankle to assess bone structure, alongside standard bone density tests. The goal is to create a more accura…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Punam K Saha • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC