Vertebral Spine Assessment

• Lateral spine imaging, uses DEXA

Indication:

• Age ≥ 65 with + BMD (≥ -2.5) ≤ - 2.5 (have OP - Osteoporosis)
• FRAX score (< 15%) 15% - 19.9%
• With signs of Vertebral Fracture

Genant classification of vertebral fractures

• based on the vertebral shape, with respect to vertebral height loss involving the anterior, posterior, and/or middle vertebral body.
  • grade 0: normal
  • grade 1: mild fracture, <25% loss of height
  • grade 2: moderate fracture, 25% to 40% loss of height
  • grade 3: severe fracture, >40% loss of height
  • Labels