Development of a Clinical Workflow Tool to Enhance the Detection of Vertebral Fractures

Abstract

The results of the current study indicate that statistical modeling can provide a robust tool for the accurate and precise semiautomated annotation of vertebral body shape from T4 to L4 in patients who do not have scoliosis greater than 15 degrees . This method may prove useful as a clinical workflow tool to aid the physician in vertebral fracture assessment and might contribute to decision-making about pharmacologic treatment of osteoporosis.