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L4 Compression fracture

2018-03-09 06:17:41
Hello! MRI report of lumbar spine shows L4 compression fracture with loss of more than 50% of its height. He has also advanced prostate cancer. His treatment for prostate cancer is started. What should we do for L4 compression fracture?
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Conservative management but prevention of bed site is important. Passive physiotherapy or exercises play important role.
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If there are neurological symptoms , there may be need to do MRI and or surgery.

Answered2018-03-09 06:44:51

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