Osteoporosis and fracture incidence and risk factors among individuals with traumatic spinal cord injury: A nationwide cohort study in Korea

Key Points

• The aim is to identify osteoporosis and fracture incidence along with risk factors in individuals with traumatic spinal cord injury.
• Conducted a nationwide cohort study in Korea
• Analyzed age- and sex-specific data
• Assessed long-term outcomes related to osteoporosis and fractures
• Findings highlight the incidence of fractures among individuals with traumatic spinal cord injury
• Identified specific risk factors associated with osteoporosis in this population
• Results support tailored screening and prevention strategies to improve outcomes