The Epidemiology and Importance of Osteoporotic Spinal Compression Fracture in South Korea
Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
;
: 99-103, 2015.
Artículo
en Coreano
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-22235
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 ANDMETHODS:
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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Asunto principal:
Osteoporosis
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Calidad de Vida
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Problemas Sociales
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Envejecimiento
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Epidemiología
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Esperanza de Vida
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Fracturas de la Columna Vertebral
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Fracturas por Compresión
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Corea (Geográfico)
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio de tamizaje
País/Región como asunto:
Asia
Idioma:
Coreano
Revista:
Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
Año:
2015
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
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