FRACTURES OF THE LOWER THORACIC AND LUMBAR SPINE
Abstract
ABSTRACT. Fractures of the lower thoracic (T10–T12) and lumbar (L1–L5)
spine are common injuries resulting from high-energy trauma, such as road traffic
accidents, falls from height, or sports-related incidents. These fractures may involve
vertebral body compression, burst fractures, or fracture-dislocations, often
accompanied by neurological deficits. Accurate diagnosis, classification, and timely
management are essential to prevent long-term disability. This article reviews the
epidemiology, mechanisms of injury, classification systems, diagnostic approaches,
and current treatment strategies for lower thoracic and lumbar spine fractures.
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