Copenhagen disease
Copenhagen disease, sometimes known as Copenhagen syndrome or progressive non-infectious anterior vertebral fusion (PAVF), is a very rare childhood spinal disorder of unknown cause, with distinctive radiological features. It is characterized by the progressive fusion of the anterior vertebral body in the thoracolumbar region of the spine.
| Copenhagen disease | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Progressive non-infectious anterior vertebral fusion, Copenhagen syndrome |
| Specialty | Orthopedic |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Diagnostic method | X-ray, MRI |
It was first identified in 1949 and 80–100 reported cases since, 60% of which were female. Due to the disease's rarity, research into this condition has been limited.
Copenhagen disease is known as such because the majority of cases were found at Copenhagen University Hospital.
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