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X-ray showing a burst fracture of T12.
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It showed a burst fracture of T12 with a local kyphosis of 35  (Figure 1).
CT Scan confirming the burst fracture of T12.
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Investigations were completed by a CT-Scan of the lesion that confirmed the diagnosis of a "Diablo" burst fracture of T12 or Denis B type fracture, with disruption of the posterior wall but with no neurological compromise (Figure 2).
Postoperative lateral X-ray showing the height restitution of T12.
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Postoperatively, she had no neurological lesions and resumed walking with crutches for the first 4 weeks (Figures 3 and 4).
Postoperative AP showing view of a good reduction of the T12 fracture.
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Postoperatively, she had no neurological lesions and resumed walking with crutches for the first 4 weeks (Figures 3 and 4).