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Ct scan came back negative for pars fracture on l5. could it be wrong?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Possible, if still. : ...Suspect, bone scan or mri.A bone scan helps in symptomatic pars fractures, but not a lot of help in developmental defects, with vague back pain, then an MRI can be more helpful.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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Let me explain: Cat scan is excellent test for this problem. I would recommend if there is high suspicion to have bone scan done.

Dr Ihle agreed

Answered 2/15/2014

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