Long-Term Follow-Up of Skylab Bone Demineralization.

Abstract

The os calcis mineral was measured in the nine Skylab crew members and in eight control subjects utilizing a photon absoptiometric technique. These measurements were then compared with preflight measurements in an attempt to discover any long-term effects of space flight on the skeletal system. A statistically significant loss of bone mineral was found in the crew members who flew, but caution is urged in the interpretation of this difference. A recommendation to continue studies of this type is made. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA107965

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  • Frederick Elmore Tilton

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  • Air Force Institute of Technology

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  • Biomedical

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  • United States Military Academy
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