National rates of pediatric extremity fractures over a 20-year timespan in Denmark: a population-based descriptive cohort study | Synapse
March 28, 2026Open Access
National rates of pediatric extremity fractures over a 20-year timespan in Denmark: a population-based descriptive cohort study
Key Points
To evaluate the incidence rates of pediatric extremity fractures in Denmark over a 20-year period.
Population-based descriptive cohort study
Analysis of national fracture data
Comparison of rates over time
Increased incidence rates for all fractures except upper and lower leg
Important insights for healthcare resource coordination
Abstract
We found an increased IR during the study period for all fractures except for the upper and lower leg. The study gives important knowledge to the healthcare system when coordinating the right resources.