Association between cardiovascular health and osteoporotic fractures: a national population-based study.

ABSTRACT: Osteoporotic fractures are a major public health concern, particularly among the aging population, as they significantly contribute to morbidity, mortality, and reduced quality of life. While cardiovascular health (CVH) has traditionally been linked to cardiovascular disease outcomes, emerging evidence suggests it may also influence bone health. This study investigates the association between CVH, as measured by the Life's Essential 8 (LE8) score, and the prevalence of osteoporotic fractures in U.S. adults. This cross-sectional study utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2005 to 2018. A total of 17,606 adults aged 20 and above were included in the analysis after excluding participants with missing data on CVH or osteoporotic fractures. CVH wa

SUBMITTER: Ou J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11782481 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature