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Will having osteoporosis have an effect on how my cervical fusion heals? thoracic ct shows osteoporosis at l1 level and it sounds like it's pretty bad. 84 on hu and increased risk of moderate to severe fragility fracture if less than 90 via report?

Q: will having osteoporosis have an effect on how my cervical fusion heals? thoracic ct shows osteoporosis at l1 level and it sounds like it's pretty bad. 84 on hu and increased risk of moderate to severe fragility fracture if less than 90 via report?

: Might. Discuss with dr who knows you and has seen films.

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Might. Discuss with dr who knows you and has seen films.

Answered 12/30/2022

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A member asked:

Will having osteoporosis have an effect on how my cervical fusion heals? thoracic ct shows osteoporosis at l1 level and it sounds like it's pretty bad. 84 on hu and increased risk of moderate to severe fragility fracture if less than 90 via report?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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