Analysis of ultrasound bone density testing results of children in Hanzhong
Objective To understand the bone density of children in Hanzhong and provide a basis for the clinical prevention and treatment of insufficient bone density strength in children.Methods A total of 32,855 children who underwent ultrasound bone density examinations at the department of child healthcare in Hanzhong Central Hospital from June 2020 to July 2022 were selected as the study subjects.The differences in bone density test results among different genders,ages,and seasons were compared.Results The average value of the speed of sound(SOS)was(3 297.90±212.77)m/s.The mean SOS in the male group was higher than that in the female group,and the difference was statistically significant(t=3.99,P<0.001).The SOS value overall increased with age(F=3 956.21,P<0.001).There were statistically significant differences in SOS values among different seasonal groups,with the highest SOS value observed in summer and the lowest in spring(F=39.97,P<0.001).The overall detection rate of normal bone strength was 45.90%,with 25.59%being slightly low,15.35%showing mild insufficiency,and 13.16%indicating insufficiency.The detection rate of insufficient bone strength in the male group was lower than in the female group(Z=-21.50,P<0.001).The detection rate of insufficient bone strength in the 0-year-old group was higher than in other age groups(H=8 214.68,P<0.001).The detection rates of insufficient bone strength in the spring and winter groups were higher than those in the summer and autumn groups(H=71.35,P<0.001).Conclusion The bone density of children in Hanzhong shows significant gender,age,and seasonal characteristics.A considerable portion of the population exhibits insufficient bone strength,which should be taken seriously.In children's healthcare work,it is important to continuously monitor the bone density of children with insufficient bone strength and take targeted preventive and treatment measures to ensure healthy bone development in children.
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