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Al Taha K, Lauper N, Bauer DE, Tsoupras A, Tessitore E, Biver E, Dominguez DE. Multidisciplinary and Coordinated Management of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures: Current State of the Art. J Clin Med 2024; 13:930. [PMID: 38398244 PMCID: PMC10889683 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13040930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
Abstract
Osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) present a significant health concern, affecting a substantial portion of the older adult population worldwide. This narrative review explores the prevalence, diagnostic challenges and management strategies for OVCFs. Despite the increasing incidence and impact on morbidity and mortality, existing clinical guidelines lack consistency and clear diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations. The review addresses key questions faced by physicians dealing with older adult patients experiencing acute back pain, offering insights into triage, radiological assessments and classification systems. We propose a comprehensive algorithm for clearing OVCF, considering clinical presentation, radiological findings and morphological aspects. Emphasis is placed on the importance of medically treating osteoporosis alongside OVCF management. The review encompasses relevant literature from 1993 to 2023, provides a detailed discussion on triage issues and incorporates a clinically oriented classification system developed by the German Society for Orthopaedics and Trauma. The Material and Methods section outlines the extensive literature search carried out in PUBMED, encompassing clinical and experimental studies, systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The articles retained focused mainly on answering critical questions regarding radiological assessments, imaging modalities and the presence of a specific classification system for OVCFs. The review emphasises that the evaluation and management of OVCFs necessitates a multidisciplinary approach involving spine specialists and bone disease experts. It also addresses the role of conservative versus surgical treatments, with a focus on percutaneous vertebral augmentation. The conclusion summarises the algorithm derived for use in emergency departments and general practice, aiming to streamline OVCF management, reduce unnecessary examinations and ensure optimal patient care. The algorithm recommends primary diagnosis using computed tomography, with magnetic resonance imaging reserved for specific cases. The review advocates a holistic approach, integrating medical and surgical interventions to address the complex challenges posed by OVCFs in ageing populations.
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- Khalid Al Taha
- Spine Team, Division of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland; (K.A.T.); (N.L.); (D.E.B.); (A.T.)
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- Spine Team, Division of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland; (K.A.T.); (N.L.); (D.E.B.); (A.T.)
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- Spine Team, Division of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland; (K.A.T.); (N.L.); (D.E.B.); (A.T.)
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- Spine Team, Division of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland; (K.A.T.); (N.L.); (D.E.B.); (A.T.)
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland;
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- Division of Bone Diseases, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland;
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- Spine Team, Division of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland; (K.A.T.); (N.L.); (D.E.B.); (A.T.)
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Ibanez V, Jucker D, Ebert LC, Franckenberg S, Dobay A. Classification of rib fracture types from postmortem computed tomography images using deep learning. Forensic Sci Med Pathol 2023:10.1007/s12024-023-00751-x. [PMID: 37968549 DOI: 10.1007/s12024-023-00751-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023]
Abstract
Human or time resources can sometimes fall short in medical image diagnostics, and analyzing images in full detail can be a challenging task. With recent advances in artificial intelligence, an increasing number of systems have been developed to assist clinicians in their work. In this study, the objective was to train a model that can distinguish between various fracture types on different levels of hierarchical taxonomy and detect them on 2D-image representations of volumetric postmortem computed tomography (PMCT) data. We used a deep learning model based on the ResNet50 architecture that was pretrained on ImageNet data, and we used transfer learning to fine-tune it to our specific task. We trained our model to distinguish between "displaced," "nondisplaced," "ad latus," "ad longitudinem cum contractione," and "ad longitudinem cum distractione" fractures. Radiographs with no fractures were correctly predicted in 95-99% of cases. Nondisplaced fractures were correctly predicted in 80-86% of cases. Displaced fractures of the "ad latus" type were correctly predicted in 17-18% of cases. The other two displaced types of fractures, "ad longitudinem cum contractione" and "ad longitudinem cum distractione," were correctly predicted in 70-75% and 64-75% of cases, respectively. The model achieved the best performance when the level of hierarchical taxonomy was high, while it had more difficulties when the level of hierarchical taxonomy was lower. Overall, deep learning techniques constitute a reliable solution for forensic pathologists and medical practitioners seeking to reduce workload.
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- Victor Ibanez
- Forensic Machine Learning Technology Center, Zurich Institute of Forensic Medicine, University of Zurich, Winterthurerstrasse 190/52, CH-8057, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Zurich Institute of Forensic Medicine, 3D Centre Zurich, University of Zurich, Winterthurerstrasse 190/52, CH-8057, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Zurich Institute of Forensic Medicine, 3D Centre Zurich, University of Zurich, Winterthurerstrasse 190/52, CH-8057, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091, Zurich, Switzerland
- Zurich Institute of Forensic Medicine, 3D Centre Zurich, University of Zurich, Winterthurerstrasse 190/52, CH-8057, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Forensic Machine Learning Technology Center, Zurich Institute of Forensic Medicine, University of Zurich, Winterthurerstrasse 190/52, CH-8057, Zurich, Switzerland.
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Láinez Ramos-Bossini AJ, Ruiz Santiago F, Moraleda Cabrera B, López Zúñiga D, Ariza Sánchez A. Imaging of low-energy vertebral fractures. RADIOLOGIA 2023; 65:239-250. [PMID: 37268366 DOI: 10.1016/j.rxeng.2023.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Accepted: 01/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Low-energy vertebral fractures pose a diagnostic challenge for the radiologist due to their often-inadvertent nature and often subtle imaging semiology. However, the diagnosis of this type of fractures can be decisive, not only because it allows targeted treatment to prevent complications, but also because of the possibility of diagnosing systemic pathologies such as osteoporosis or metastatic disease. Pharmacological treatment in the first case has been shown to prevent the development of other fractures and complications, while percutaneous treatments and various oncological therapies can be an alternative in the second case. Therefore, it is necessary to know the epidemiology and typical imaging findings of this type of fractures. The objective of this work is to review the imaging diagnosis of low-energy fractures, with special emphasis on the characteristics that should be outlined in the radiological report to guide a specific diagnosis that favours and optimizes the treatment of patients suffering of low energy fractures.
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- A J Láinez Ramos-Bossini
- Sección de Radiología Musculoesquelética, Servicio de Radiodiagnóstico, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain; Instituto Biosanitario de Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Granada, Spain; Programa de doctorado en Medicina Clínica y Salud Pública, Universidad de Granada, Granada, Spain; Departamento de Psiquiatría, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Sección de Radiología Musculoesquelética, Servicio de Radiodiagnóstico, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain; Instituto Biosanitario de Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Granada, Spain; Departamento de Medicina Física y Rehabilitación, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Granada, Granada, Spain.
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- Sección de Radiología Musculoesquelética, Servicio de Radiodiagnóstico, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain; Instituto Biosanitario de Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Granada, Spain
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- Sección de Radiología Musculoesquelética, Servicio de Radiodiagnóstico, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain; Instituto Biosanitario de Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Granada, Spain
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- Sección de Radiología Musculoesquelética, Servicio de Radiodiagnóstico, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain; Instituto Biosanitario de Granada (ibs.GRANADA), Granada, Spain
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Láinez Ramos-Bossini A, Ruiz Santiago F, Moraleda Cabrera B, López Zúñiga D, Ariza Sánchez A. Diagnóstico por imagen de las fracturas vertebrales de baja energía. RADIOLOGIA 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rx.2023.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/12/2023]
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Niedermeier S, Wania R, Lampart A, Stahl R, Trumm C, Kammerlander C, Böcker W, Nickel CH, Bingisser R, Armbruster M, Pedersen V. Incidental CT Findings in the Elderly with Low-Energy Falls: Prevalence and Implications. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:diagnostics12020354. [PMID: 35204445 PMCID: PMC8871195 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12020354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Revised: 01/10/2022] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
Abstract
Background: Computed tomography (CT) is commonly used in trauma care, with increasing implementation during the emergency work-up of elderly patients with low-energy falls (LEF). The prevalence of incidental findings (IFs) resulting from CT imaging and requiring down-stream actions in this patient cohort is unknown. We have investigated the prevalence and urgency of IFs from emergency CT examinations in these patients. Methods: A total of 2871 patients with LEF and emergency CT examinations were consecutively included in this retrospective cohort study. The primary endpoint was the prevalence of IFs; the secondary endpoint was their urgency. Results: The median age was 82 years (64.2% were women). IFs were identified in 73.9% of patients, with an average of 1.6 IFs per patient. Of all IFs, 16.4% were classified as urgent or relevant, predominantly in the abdomen, chest and neck. Increasing age was associated with the prevalence of an IF (odds ratio: 1.053, 95% confidence interval: 1.042–1.064). Significantly more IFs were found in female patients (75.2% vs. 71.5%). Conclusion: IFs resulting from CT examinations of the elderly are frequent, but in more than 8 out of 10, they are harmless or currently asymptomatic. For the benefit of an accurate diagnosis of traumatic lesions, concerns about IFs with respect to disease burden, further work-up and resource utilisation might be disregarded.
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- Sandra Niedermeier
- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany; (S.N.); (R.W.); (C.K.); (W.B.)
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany; (S.N.); (R.W.); (C.K.); (W.B.)
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- Department of Medicine, Kantonsspital Lucerne, Spitalstrasse, 6000 Lucerne, Switzerland;
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany; (R.S.); (C.T.)
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany; (R.S.); (C.T.)
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany; (S.N.); (R.W.); (C.K.); (W.B.)
- Trauma Hospital Styria, Goestinger Straße 24, 8020 Graz, Austria
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany; (S.N.); (R.W.); (C.K.); (W.B.)
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, University Hospital Basel, Petersgraben 2, 4031 Basel, Switzerland; (C.H.N.); (R.B.)
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, University Hospital Basel, Petersgraben 2, 4031 Basel, Switzerland; (C.H.N.); (R.B.)
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- Department of Radiology, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany;
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- Department of General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany; (S.N.); (R.W.); (C.K.); (W.B.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +49-89-440072005; Fax: +49-89-440072102
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