Bone Mineral Accrual From Adolescence Into Young Adulthood and Peak Bone Mass: A Longitudinal Cohort Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Understanding bone mass accumulation patterns and factors influencing them during growth is important for preventing osteoporosis later in life. This study investigated longitudinal changes in bone mineral content (BMC), bone mineral density (BMD), and bone mineral apparent density (BMAD) during growth, with the aim of estimating the age at which peak bone mass (PBM) is achieved in males and females. It also examined the effects of puberty, age, body mass index (BMI), sex, socioeconomic status (SES), and habitual exercise on these bone parameters during adolescence and early adulthood.

Methods

This retrospective cohort study included 159 participants. Bone densitometry was performed using dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) during two assessments. Anth

SUBMITTER: Naseri A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12560013 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature