This article reviews some of the more common imaging findings that may present as pseudotrauma. Normal development of the spine is reviewed, including synchondroses and ossification centers. Imaging of common variants is presented, with a focus on CT.
Causes. Bone infection is most often caused by bacteria. But it can also be caused by fungi or other germs. When a person has osteomyelitis: 1  Bacteria or other germs may spread to a bone from infected skin, muscles, or tendons next to the bone.
Fragility Fractures - Osteoporosis (Trauma) Pathologic fractures are fractures that occur in weakened bone. Osteoporosis is the most common cause of weakening of the bone but other conditions such as: cancer, infection, inherited bone disorders or bone cysts can also cause the bone to be weak. A fragility fracture is one caused by a relatively minor trauma such as a fall from a standing height.