Changing epidemiology of tibial shaft fractures: 513 cases compared between 1971-1975 and 1986-1990
- 1 January 1996
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Medical Journals Sweden AB in Acta Orthopaedica
- Vol. 67 (6) , 557-561
- https://doi.org/10.3109/17453679608997755
Abstract
We studied the epidemiological features of tibial shaft fractures during two 5-year periods, 1971-75 and 1986-90 in the county of Uppsala, Sweden. The incidence was higher in men than in women during both periods. In men aged 10-19 years, the fracture incidence was lower during the second period, with a reduction of fractures sustained in road traffic accidents. In women above 80 years, the fracture incidence was higher during the second period.Keywords
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