Spontaneous Fractures or Physical Abuse?
Spontaneous fractures occur in patients with Paget disease, Multiple myelomas, and osseous metastasis. Furthermore, spontaneous fractures may be the result of physiological pressure and stress on bones with reduced elastic tenacity. In this report, we have introduced an elderly patient with multiple...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2016-09-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma |
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| Online Access: | https://jost.tums.ac.ir/index.php/jost/article/view/66 |
| Summary: | Spontaneous fractures occur in patients with Paget disease, Multiple myelomas, and osseous metastasis. Furthermore, spontaneous fractures may be the result of physiological pressure and stress on bones with reduced elastic tenacity. In this report, we have introduced an elderly patient with multiple significant fractures without any history of a major trauma. In the discussion, we have considered important issues around the topic. |
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| ISSN: | 2538-2330 2538-4600 |