Neurology · UKMLA & AKT
Spinal fracture
A free high-yield preview for the UKMLA Applied Knowledge Test. Below are the key points to recognise spinal fracture — the full SA Note notes add investigations, management, complications and 10 practice questions.
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- A spinal fracture is a break in one or more vertebrae - ranging from osteoporotic compression fractures to unstable fracture-dislocations. The key clinical question is always: is the spinal cord or nerve roots at risk?
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