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Pelvic insufficiency fractures in the elderly
1Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Pelvic insufficiency fractures, often caused by osteoporosis, are challenging to diagnose. Isotope bone scans and CT are crucial for accurate detection and management, leading to patient improvement with bed rest.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Orthopedics
- Geriatrics
Background:
- Insufficiency fractures are stress fractures occurring in weakened bone, commonly due to osteoporosis.
- Pelvic insufficiency fractures present diagnostic challenges due to subtle clinical and radiological signs.