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Published on: August 14, 2018
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Fracture trends in Denmark from 1997 to 2021
Vincent P Visker1,2,3, Annika Vestergaard Kvist4, Peter Vestergaard4
1Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Toxicology, Maastricht University Medical Center+ (MUMC+), PO Box 5800, Maastricht, 6202 AZ, the Netherlands.
Summary
Fracture incidence rates in Denmark decreased overall between 1997 and 2021, with significant declines in hip fractures. However, vertebral fracture incidence rates increased, warranting further investigation into potential causes like improved detection.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Population demographics significantly influence fracture incidence rates over time.
- Recent data on sex- and fracture site-specific trends in Denmark are lacking.
- Understanding these trends is crucial for public health strategies and resource allocation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate changes in fracture incidence rates (IRs) in Denmark.
- To analyze sex- and fracture site-specific trends from 1997 to 2021.
- To provide updated epidemiological data on adult fractures in Denmark.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Danish National Patient Register to identify adult fractures between 1997 and 2021.
- Calculated annual age-standardized incidence rates per 10,000 person-years (PY).
- Employed Poisson regression to assess the statistical significance of temporal trends.
Main Results:
- A total of 1,478,808 fractures were identified in adults aged 55 years on median.
- Major osteoporotic fracture IRs declined in both women and men; hip fracture IRs showed significant decreases.
- Vertebral fracture IRs notably increased in both sexes, while humerus and forearm fracture IRs saw slight decreases.
Conclusions:
- Hip fracture incidence rates decreased in Denmark between 1997 and 2021, while vertebral fracture rates increased.
- The rise in vertebral fractures may be linked to enhanced diagnostic capabilities.
- Despite overall decreases, women continue to experience higher rates of hip, humerus, and forearm fractures compared to men.
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