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    • Examination of the Musculoskeletal System
    • Demonstration on putting on a surgical/ N95 mask properly
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      • Commonly used Assessments in the Geriatric Setting
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    • Infectious Diseases
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      • Peritoneal Dialysis
      • Hemodialysis
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      • Modified Ashworth Scale
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Renal Osteodystrophy of the Spine

November 28th, 2014

Renal Osteodystrophy of the Spine

This is a “Rugger-jersey spine“, present in patients with severe secondary hyperparathyroidism. The alternating sclerotic vertebral end-plates and the radiolucent centers of the vertebral body produce an appearance similar to an English rugby sweater. This radiograph also shows dense calcifications along the aorta. Extra-skeletal calcifications are common in patients with advanced renal failure.

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