학술논문
Insufficiency fractures of the sternum
Document Type
Academic Journal
Source
Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology. Jan 01, 2003 32(3):179-180
Subject
Language
English
ISSN
0300-9742
Abstract
Insufficiency fractures occur within weakened bones that are unable to withstand the stress of every day normal activities. The spine, pelvis, and lower long-bone extremities are common sites of insufficiency fractures (). Spontaneous sternal insufficiency fracture (SIF) has rarely been reported in elderly patients (). To recognise a sternal insufficiency fracture is important in selecting the adequate diagnostic procedures.