Impact of paravertebral muscle in thoracolumbar and lower lumbar regions on outcomes following osteoporotic vertebral fracture: a multicenter cohort study

ConclusionThe occurrence of additional OVF in the thoracolumbar region and remaining LBP in the lumbar region was significantly related to the FI% of the PVM. Physicians should be aware that patients with such fatty degeneration shown in acute MRI may require stronger treatment.

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Source: Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery - January 3, 2021 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research