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Title:

Distinguishing Benign and Malignant Vertebral Fractures Using CT and MRI.

Document type:
Journal Article
Author(s):
Schwaiger, Benedikt J; Gersing, Alexandra S; Baum, Thomas; Krestan, Christian R; Kirschke, Jan S
Abstract:
The differential diagnosis between benign and malignant vertebral fractures is a common challenge in clinical practice, especially because osteoporotic fractures become more frequent within the aging population and many malignant diseases spread to the bone first, impacting bone integrity. This article reviews the morphological features and computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) imaging findings that help differentiate between benign and malignant fractures. Newer techniqu...     »
Journal title abbreviation:
Semin Musculoskelet Radiol
Year:
2016
Journal volume:
20
Journal issue:
4
Pages contribution:
345-352
Language:
eng
Fulltext / DOI:
doi:10.1055/s-0036-1592433
Pubmed ID:
http://view.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27842427
Print-ISSN:
1089-7860
TUM Institution:
Fachgebiet Neuroradiologie (Prof. Zimmer)
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