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ArticleClinical interventions in aging2024

A Study on the Prevalence of Osteoporosis in People with Different Altitudes in Sichuan, China.

Rong Yang, Qing Ma, Xiaolin Zhang, Qian Zhao, Suilan Zeng, Hechun Yan, Yi Lei, Shanye Yi, Xin Chen, Nianxi Wu

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  1. Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Osteoporosis in Community-Dwelling Older Adults in China: A Cross-Sectional Study of 2533 Participants.Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research · 2026
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Rong Yang *General Practice Ward/International Medical Center Ward, General Practice Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
Qing Ma *General Practice Ward/International Medical Center Ward, General Practice Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
Xiaolin ZhangPreventive Health Section, Dayi County Shaqu Street Community Health Service Center, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
Qian ZhaoGeneral Practice Ward/International Medical Center Ward, General Practice Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
Suilan ZengGuan Ge Center Health Center, Guangan, People's Republic of China.
Hechun YanDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, West China Second Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
Yi LeiGeneral Practice Ward/International Medical Center Ward, General Practice Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
Shanye YiGeneral Practice Ward/International Medical Center Ward, General Practice Medical Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
Xin ChenBig Buddha Street Community Health Service Center, Leshan, People's Republic of China.
Nianxi WuChongqing Magic MedTech Co., Ltd., Chongqing, People's Republic of China.

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Abstract

Purpose: Osteoporosis is a major health concern among the elderly, underscoring the importance of investigating its prevalence across different geographical regions. There is a current research gap regarding the incidence of osteoporosis and its variation by altitude within Sichuan, China. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of osteoporosis among populations residing at different altitudes in western Sichuan Province. Basic Procedures: This study utilized data from a population-based cohort in Sichuan, China. Representative locations were selected, and cluster random sampling was employed to conduct cohort studies across multiple sites in southwestern China. T Baseline data were collected from populations in Mianzhu, Kangting, and Sertar between July 2020 and August 2021. To assess differences in osteoporosis incidence among populations at different altitudes and with varying characteristics, we applied Chi-square and rank-sum tests. Main Findings: The study involved 4074 participants, including 1404 males (34.46%) and 791 individuals diagnosed with osteoporosis (19.42%). The prevalence of osteopenia in mid-altitude and high-altitude regions was 20.05% and 16.28%, respectively, while the prevalence of osteoporosis was significantly different, at 25.85% in mid-altitude areas compared to 13.00% in high-altitude areas ( Conclusion: This study demonstrates that higher altitudes are associated with a decreased prevalence of osteopenia and osteoporosis, particularly among females and middle-aged individuals. These results emphasize the importance of developing region-specific osteoporosis prevention strategies.

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AltitudeOsteoporosisAdultAgedAged, 80 and overBody Mass IndexBone Diseases, MetabolicChinaCohort StudiesFemaleHumansIncidenceMaleMiddle AgedPrevalenceRisk FactorsagingaltitudeosteoporosisprevalenceSichuan province

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PMCPMC11549880

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