Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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Abstract
Numerous investigations have proposed a robust association between 25‐hydroxyvitamin D or vitamin D levels and overall well‐being, demonstrating effects spanning mental health, vital organ function and musculoskeletal health. This study aims to evaluate vitamin D deficiency across diverse age groups and genders, with a specific focus on low levels of vitamin D‐3, aiming to mitigate the escalating public health concern associated with severe vitamin D shortage. This retrospective observational study patient medical records, encompassing various orthopedic conditions and spanning all age groups and genders, were scrutinized. The dataset of 567 patients was analyzed to investigate the correlation between vitamin D‐3 levels and different age categories. Vitamin D insufficiency was categorized as minor (25‐OHD 20‐30 ng mLG1), while moderate and severe deficiencies were classified as less than 20 ng mLG1. The study encompassed 184 men (32.45%) and 383 women (67.55%). Vitamin D deficiency (20 ng mLG1) was observed in 64.37% of patients, while 17.99% exhibited levels between 20 and 30 ng mLG1 and 17.64% had adequate levels. Notably, individuals in the 31‐40 age group displayed a higher prevalence of vitamin D deficiency, with 25% exhibiting insufficiency. Despite the susceptibility of individuals of all age groups to vitamin D insufficiency, those aged 31‐40 demonstrated the highest vulnerability. Additionally, women exhibited a greater predisposition to hypovitaminosis D compared to men. The findings underscore the imperative for healthcare professionals to collaboratively enhance public awareness of vitamin D deficiency, particularly among individuals in the specified age groups.
How to cite this article:
Shashank Tyagi, Sonendra Kumar Sharma, Niket Raj Garg and Saket Kale. Exploring the Relationship Between Age and Vitamin D‐3 Deficiency in Orthopedic Disorder
Patients: A Comprehensive Analysis.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.2.95.98
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2024.2.95.98