J Korean Soc Spine Surg.  2015 Sep;22(3):99-103. 10.4184/jkss.2015.22.3.99.

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

• Shin HK
• Park JH

• KMID: 2068927
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4184/jkss.2015.22.3.99

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.

Keyword

Osteoporosis; Osteoporotic spinal fractures; Epidemiology

MeSH Terms

Aging
Epidemiology*
Fractures, Compression*
Korea*
Life Expectancy
Osteoporosis
Quality of Life
Social Problems
Spinal Fractures

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  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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