| Literature DB >> 18756836 |
Krzysztof Siemionow1, Michael Steinmetz, Gordon Bell, Hakan Ilaslan, Robert F McLain.
Abstract
Most patients with back pain have a benign condition, but tumors, infections, and fractures must be considered during an initial evaluation because overlooking them can have serious consequences. This article discusses the presentation and diagnostic strategies of these serious causes of back pain.Entities:
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Year: 2008 PMID: 18756836 DOI: 10.3949/ccjm.75.8.557
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cleve Clin J Med ISSN: 0891-1150 Impact factor: 2.321