Analysis of the current situation of defect of vertebral column among primary,middle,and high school students in Minhang District,Shanghai
[Objective]To investigate the general situation of defect of vertebral column among primary and middle school students in Minhang District of Shanghai and analyze the related factors,to provide a scientific basis for prevention and treatment.[Methods]From September to October 2022,a total of 5 715 students were selected from two primary schools,two middle schools,and two high schools in Minhang District for physical examinations and screening for defect of vertebral column.[Results]Totally 219 students had defect of vertebral column,accounting for 3.83%of the sampled population.Anteroposterior spinal abnormalities were found in 4 individuals,accounting for 0.07%,and 218 students had scoliosis,accounting for 3.81%.The detection rate of defect of vertebral column was higher in girls(6.27%)than that in boys(1.51%),and higher in high school students(10.74%)than in primary school students(1.31%)and middle school students(10.97%).Students who are mildly underweight(5.95%)and who are moderately to severely underweight(7.46%)had a higher detection rate of defect of vertebral column than those with normal weight(4.54%),overweight(2.83%),and obesity(1.60%).The detection rate among students with poor vision(4.32%)was significantly higher than those with normal vision(2.24%),with all differences statistically significant(all P<0.05).[Conclusion]The positive rate of defect of vertebral column in primary and middle school students in Minhang District,Shanghai is nearly 4%,with most cases being scoliosis.Factors such as being female,increasing age,being underweight,and poor vision are associated with a higher probability of detecting defect of vertebral column.
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