Diagnosis of Osteoporosis in Multiple Myeloma: Current Approaches and Perspectives
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Osteoporosis, multiple myeloma, bone mineral densityAbstract
Osteoporosis is one of the most common and clinically significant complications of multiple myeloma (MM), substantially increasing the risk of pathological fractures and adversely affecting patients’ quality of life. Over the past decade, diagnostic strategies for skeletal involvement in MM have evolved due to the implementation of highly sensitive imaging modalities and quantitative techniques for assessing bone mineral density. This review summarizes contemporary approaches to the diagnosis of osteoporosis in patients with MM, evaluates their diagnostic performance, strengths, and limitations, and discusses emerging perspectives related to radiomics and artificial intelligence. Emphasis is placed on the importance of a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to skeletal assessment in this complex patient population.
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