Fractures in indigenous compared to non-indigenous populations: A systematic review of rates and aetiology.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Compared to non-indigenous populations, indigenous populations experience disproportionately greater morbidity, and a reduced life expectancy; however, conflicting data exist regarding whether a higher risk of fracture is experienced by either population. We systematically evaluate evidence for whether differences in fracture rates at any skeletal site exist between indigenous and non-indigenous populations of any age, and to identify potential risk factors that might explain these differences.

Methods

On 31 August 2016 we conducted a comprehensive computer-aided search of peer-reviewed literature without date limits. We searched PubMed, OVID, MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE, and reference lists of relevant publications. The protocol for this systematic review is register

SUBMITTER: Brennan-Olsen SL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5437735 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature