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ArticleJournal of bone metabolism2024

Retrospective Characterization of Bone Histomorphometric Findings in Clinical Patient Specimens.

Linnea Sellman, Xiaoyu Tong, Inari S Burton, Heikki Kröger

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Linnea SellmanKuopio Musculoskeletal Research Unit (KMRU), University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.
Xiaoyu TongKuopio Musculoskeletal Research Unit (KMRU), University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.
Inari S BurtonKuopio Musculoskeletal Research Unit (KMRU), University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.
Heikki KrögerKuopio Musculoskeletal Research Unit (KMRU), University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.

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Abstract

backgroundBone histomorphometry provides comprehensive information on bone metabolism and microstructure. In this retrospective study, we aimed to obtain an overview of the typical indications, referring hospitals, and histomorphometric quantification-based diagnoses of the bone tissue in our histomorphometry laboratory, the only laboratory in Finland carrying out histomorphometric examination of clinical bone biopsies.

methodsBetween January 1, 2005 and December 31, 2020, 553 clinical bone biopsies were sent to our histomorphometry laboratory for histomorphometric examination. The median age of the patients was 55 years (range, 0.2-89.9 years), 51% of them were males, and 18% comprised pediatric patients. We received bone biopsy specimens from 23 hospitals or healthcare units. The majority of the samples we sent by nephrologists.

resultsThe most common bone biopsy indications were suspicion of renal osteodystrophy (ROD), unknown bone turnover status in osteoporosis, and several or untypical fractures. The most common quantitative bone histomorphometry-based diagnosis was ROD.

conclusionsThis study provides information on the clinical application of bone histomorphometry in Finland. Precise and quantitative ROD evaluation is the most common indication for bone histomorphometry, being crucial in clinical decision-making and targeted treatment of this patient group.

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Renal osteodystrophy · Bone diseases, Metabolic · Osteoporosis · Histological techniques · Biopsy

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PMID38886970
PMCPMC11184156

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