Vertebral Compression Fracture (cont.)
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Andrew Jenis, MD
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Brian F Chinnock, MD
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Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
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James Ungar, MD
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Synonyms and Keywordsbroken back, spine fracture, wedge fracture, osteoporotic fracture, osteoporosis, osteomyelitis, vertebral compression fracture Viewer Comments & ReviewsVertebral Compression Fracture - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What treatment has been effective for your vertebral compression fracture? |
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