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Please define comminuted fracture involving the t12 vertebral body predominantly involving the superior endplate.
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Compression fx.: Sounds like you have an osteopenic compression fracture.Very common. See your ORS for treatment options( bracing vs.surgery). A bone density test is recommended as well. Best of Luck!
Answered 12/6/2017
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