Demographics:
51 years old, Male
Indication:
Trauma
Findings
- Subtle T5 and T7 superior endplate irregularities with suggestion of adjacent trabecular impaction. No bony retropulsion
- No traumatic malalignment. Mild anterolisthesis of T10 is favored degenerative
- Findings likely related to portal hypertension including gastric varices and ascites
Diagnosis
Subtle compression fractures
Sample Report
Subtle T5 and T7 superior endplate deformities consistent with age-indeterminate but possibly acute compression fractures. No bony retropulsion. MRI could further assess acuity if clinically warranted.
No traumatic malalignment.
Discussion