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Osteoporosis: a still increasing prevalence.

Jean-Yves Reginster1, Nansa Burlet

  • 1WHO Collaborating Center for Public Health Aspects of Rheumatic Diseases, and Bone and Cartilage Research Unit, CHU Centre-Ville, Policliniques L. BRULL, Quai Godefroid Kurth 45 (9th floor), University of Liège, 4020 Liège, Belgium. jyreginster@ulg.ac.be

Bone
|February 4, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Osteoporosis affects over 200 million people globally, leading to costly fragility fractures. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to mitigate the escalating impact of this bone disease.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Osteoporosis affects over 200 million individuals worldwide, with prevalence increasing due to an aging population.
  • Fragility fractures are a major complication, causing significant morbidity, mortality, and reduced quality of life.
  • In the European Union, 3.79 million osteoporotic fractures occurred in 2000, with costs reaching 32 billion Euros.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the escalating prevalence and severe consequences of osteoporosis.
  • To emphasize the economic burden of osteoporotic fractures.
  • To advocate for improved implementation of diagnostic and treatment guidelines and increased awareness.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a review of current estimates and trends regarding osteoporosis prevalence, complications, and costs.

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  • Analysis of fracture prediction based on baseline fracture data.
  • Assessment of the current status of osteoporosis management guidelines and their implementation.

    • Main Results:

    • Osteoporotic fractures are a significant predictor of subsequent fractures, with 20% of patients experiencing a second fracture within a year.
    • Healthcare costs associated with osteoporotic fractures are substantial and projected to double by 2050.
    • Despite available effective treatments, guideline implementation for osteoporosis diagnosis and management remains poor globally.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a critical need for enhanced awareness programs targeting both healthcare professionals and the public regarding osteoporosis.
    • Earlier diagnosis and intervention before the first fracture are essential to reduce the incidence and impact of osteoporotic fractures.
    • Improving the implementation of existing guidelines is vital to manage the growing burden of osteoporosis and its associated fractures.