Osteoporotic fractures prevalence in Latin American countries: A systematic review of literature and meta-analysis.
L A Parra-Gómez, A J Lora-Mantilla, M C Ayala et al.
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This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the prevalence of osteoporotic fractures (OF) in Latin America, analyzing data from 22 studies involving 1,182,219 participants. The overall pooled prevalence of OF was found to be 10.2% (95% CI 5.0-16.9%), with significant variation based on population type and fracture type, particularly higher in clinical samples and for vertebral fractures.
Key findings
- The pooled prevalence of osteoporotic fractures in Latin America was 10.2% (95% CI 5.0-16.9%).
- Vertebral fractures were the most common, with a prevalence of 19.1%.
- Higher prevalence estimates were observed in clinical samples compared to population-based studies.
- Meta-regression identified country and fracture type as significant contributors to heterogeneity.
Why it matters
Understanding the prevalence of osteoporotic fractures in Latin America is crucial for healthcare planning and resource allocation. The findings highlight the need for improved epidemiological surveillance and targeted prevention strategies to mitigate the health burden associated with these fractures.