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The review aims to consolidate current evidence on vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) and their management.

August 13, 2026Asian Spine JournalOpen Access

Diagnostic decision-making, vertebral augmentation, and osteoporosis therapy in vertebral compression fractures: a narrative review

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Narrative review highlights diagnostic challenges and treatment options for vertebral compression fractures, suggesting improved care strategies.

The review aims to consolidate current evidence on vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) and their management.
Conducted a narrative review of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management strategies for VCFs.
Emphasized diagnostic evaluation methods, including MRI, for distinguishing fracture types.
Discussed public health implications and the role of innovative care models in VCF management.
VCFs are often underdiagnosed and associated with significant morbidity and mortality.
Conservative management is the first-line approach, while vertebral augmentation may aid selected patients.
Innovations in care, like fracture liaison services and risk stratification tools, may improve patient outcomes.

Findlay et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Narrative review highlights diagnostic challenges and treatment options for vertebral compression fractures, suggesting improved care strategies.