Anterior wedge compression fracture of vertebra
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Compression fracture of the anterior part of vertebral body occurring in forward flexion
Usually does not produce neurological deficits
It is a stable fracture as only the anterior column of spine is involved
Caused by : Road traffic accidents, Fall from height
Predisposing factors : Osteoporosis

Chest X-ray showing a mass lesion in the left upper and middle zones
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