Compressive loading at the end plate directly regulates flow and deformation of the basivertebral vein: an analytical study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Metastatic diseases and infections frequently involve the spine. This is the result of seeding of the vertebral body by tumor cells or bacteria delivered by venous blood from Batson's plexus, which is hypothesized to enter the v...

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Main Authors: Chen Hsiang-Ho, Heggeness Michael H, Yeh Ming-Long, Jassawalla Jennifer, Luo Zong-Ping
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-12-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Online Access:http://www.josr-online.com/content/1/1/18

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