Multi-level isolated spinous process fractures with delayed deterioration observed radiographically: A case report
- Yunoki, Masatoshi
- Suzuki, Kenta
- Uneda, Atsuhito
- Okubo, Shuichi
- Hirashita, Koji
- Yoshino, Kimihiro
Publication date
March 2016
DOI Publisher
The Authors. Published by Elsevier B.V. ISSN
2214-7519Abstract
AbstractWe describe a rare case of multi-level isolated spinous process fractures not clearly detected on admission and subsequently diagnosed on radiography 2months after traumatic injury. Early recognition of a small crack in the spinous process and treatment with rest and immobilization is crucial to prevent chronic back pain or stiffness
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