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Review
. 2024 Mar 1;36(2):108-112.
doi: 10.1097/BOR.0000000000000985. Epub 2023 Oct 19.

Epidemiology of osteoarthritis: literature update 2022-2023

Mary Catherine C Minnig  1 , Yvonne M Golightly  1   2   3 , Amanda E Nelson  1   2   4
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Review

Epidemiology of osteoarthritis: literature update 2022-2023

Mary Catherine C Minnig et al. Curr Opin Rheumatol. .

Abstract

Purpose of review: This review highlights recently published studies on osteoarthritis (OA) epidemiology, including topics related to understudied populations and joints, imaging, and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) methods.

Recent findings: Contemporary research has improved our understanding of the burden of OA in typically understudied regions, including ethnic and racial minorities in high-income countries, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Latin America. Efforts have also been made to explore the burden and risk factors in OA in previously understudied joints, such as the hand, foot, and ankle. Advancements in OA imaging techniques have occurred alongside the developments of AI methods aiming to predict disease phenotypes, progression, and outcomes.

Summary: Continuing efforts to expand our knowledge around OA in understudied populations will allow for the creation of targeted and specific interventions and inform policy changes aimed at reducing disease burden in these groups. The burden and disability associated with OA is notable in understudied joints, warranting further research efforts that may lead to effective therapeutic options. AI methods show promising results of predicting OA phenotypes and progression, which also may encourage the creation of targeted disease modifying OA drugs (DMOADs).

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflicts of interest: Dr. Nelson’s work is funded by the NIH and Rheumatology Research Foundation, and she has received honoraria from Nestle Health and Medscape for educational webinars. Dr. Golightly’s work is funded by the NIH and Arthritis Foundation. Ms. Minnig has no conflicts to declare.

References

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      This is one of the first systematic reviews seeking to aggregate data on the prevalence and disability of OA in Latin American countries. The authors noted several gaps in the literature to be addressed in future research work.

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