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What is the upper age limit for DEXA screening?

According to the Hospital for Special Surgery, there is no universal upper age limit for bone density screening, such as a DEXA scan. The decision of whether to continue DEXA screening for older adults is highly individualized and depends on a patient's overall health, life expectancy, and whether the results will impact their treatment plan.

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