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Shin and Park: The Epidemiology and Importance of Osteoporotic Spinal Compression Fracture in South Korea

Abstract

Study Design

Review of the literature on the epidemiology and importance of osteoporotic spinal fractures.

Objectives

To determine the epidemiology and importance of osteoporotic spinal fractures.

Summary of Literature Review

Osteoporotic spinal fractures have been increasing in recent years.

Materials and Methods

Review of the literature.

Results

Osteoporotic spinal fractures can lead to a reduced quality of life and reduced life expectancy with increasing morbidity. They can also be a major cause of additional spinal fractures or secondary fractures.

Conclusions

In an aging society, osteoporotic spinal fractures are considered a social problem. Preventive care should be emphasized.

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Figures and Tables%

Fig. 1.
Incidence of osteoporosis-related fractures according to the site for Koreans 50+ years of age. Data from the 2008 Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service.12)
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Table 1.
The Lifetime Risk of Osteoporosis-related Fractures in Korea. Data from 2008 Insurance Review & Assessment Service.12)
Over 50 years Over 65 years
All Men Women Women/Men ratio All Men Women Women/Men ratio
Osteoporosis-related fractures 21.22 10.68 28.97 2.7 20.52 10.23 27.21 2.7
Spine 15.15 7.13 21.07 2.6 15.61 7.44 20.97 2.8
Clavicle 6.98 3.72 9.33 3.0 7.43 3.98 9.65 2.4
Humerus 7.21 3.54 9.87 2.5 7.71 3.91 10.16 2.6
Wrist 9.46 4.21 13.41 2.8 9.28 4.32 12.53 2.9
Hip 6.62 3.25 9.06 2.6 7.72 4.11 10.06 2.4
Ankle 7.65 4.02 10.32 3.2 7.19 3.67 9.46 2.6
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