LBP| Highly Morbid Causes

Often associated w/red flags for infxn, fx, cancer, etc: onset sx > 50, unremitting pain, neuro deficits, doesn't improve w/rest, chronic steroid use, hx osteoporosis, fever, trauma, cancer, wt loss, > 6 weeks duration, in particular if progressive, change in quality/severity if chronic LBP

Your Path

  • LBP| Highly Morbid Causes

Diagnosis

Fracture
Osteomyelitis Or Discitis
Epidural Abscess
Cancer
Cauda Equina