Objective: This study aims to describe the sociodemographic characteristics and temporal-spatial distribution patterns of fracture patients in a tertiary hospital in Anhui Province, with a focus on identifying key influencing factors of delayed medical attendance after fractures. Methods: A retrospective descriptive epidemiological analysis was conducted using clinical data from 4 461 fracture patients admitted to the orthopedic department of a tertiary hospital in Anhui Province from 2021 to 2024.Data were analyzed using descriptive epidemiology, chi-square tests, and stepwise logistic regression. Results: The male-to-female ratio of fracture patients was 1∶1.23.Patients aged 60-79 years accounted for the highest proportion(33.96%).Urban residentmedical insurance was the predominant type of medical insurance(59.70%). Falls were the most common cause of fractures(79.71%). A total of 3,833 patients(85.92%) sought medical attention within 24 hours post-fracture. Stepwise Logistic regression analysis revealed that being an enterprise employee(OR=0.530), urban employee basic medical insurance(OR=0.631), fractures occurring in summer(OR=0.407), in the year 2023(OR=0.223), the year 2024(OR=0.454), road-related injuries(OR=0.694), public places(OR=0.606), and other fracture types(OR=0.554) were protective factors against delayed consultation(P<0.05). In contrast, the year 2022(OR=1.423), winter season(OR=1.675), and spinal fractures(OR=1.892) were identified as risk factors for delayed attendance(all P<0.05).Conclusion: This study identified critical risk and protective factors associated with delayed medical attendance after fractures. Targeted interventions should be implemented to effectively prevent such delays. |