Genant’s semi-quantitative classification is widely used to assess osteoporotic vertebral fractures in adults. However, its pediatric application remains limited. The lack of standardized pediatric criteria may lead to under-recognition of fractures and suboptimal management. This is especially relevant in children with metabolic disease, chronic corticosteroid exposure, or oncologic treatments, where early detection and standardized reporting are critical to prevent fracture progression. The objectives of this study were 1) determine the prevalence of vertebral fractures in children with metabolic disease or secondary osteoporosis, and 2) evaluate the explicit use of Genant’s classification in radiology reports. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2026 Annual Meeting , 2026

Authors: Nguyen Quynh Nga Jessica, Miron Marie-claude, El-jalbout Ramy

Keywords: Fracture Diagnosis, Radiology Reporting, Pediatric Radiology