This week we are going to discuss pathological fractures of the spine. These are fractures (breaks) that occur when the spine is compromised with regards to strengths and breaks relatively easily.

Because of the benign nature of UBC, the primary purpose of treatment is prevention of pathological fracture. Some reports have identified risk factors of pathological fractures. Previous reports ...

The management of pathological fractures in children remains controversial. The indications for surgical treatment are unclear and the need for histological diagnosis before or after definitive ...