Age-related changes in mineral density of men skeletal bones

The observations were made on 1212 practically healthy men at the age of 18-85 years (groups with 5-year intervals). Mineral density (MD), skeletal mineral mass was determined with a bone densitometer of «General Electric Medical Systems/Lunar» firm, DPX series, NT model with enCore™2002 program (USA). The results of measurements have allowed to reveal minimal changes in минимальные изменения in MD for such segments as the lumbar spine, ribs, the proximal third of femur, pelvic bones. It has been established that the decrease of minerals in men begins at the age of 66-70 years, and at the age of 70-80 years the changes occur, which conform to osteopenia. The reference tables have been drawn up, which include the information of the age-related normal minerals, muscle mass, connective and fat tissues.