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Pathofysiology of bone metastases
Local mechanisms of bone pain
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Release of chemical mediators
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Increased pressure within the bone
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Micro fractures
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Stretching of the periosteum
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Nerve root infiltration
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Compression of the nerves due to
collapse of the bone
(Vakaet et al, 2009)
(Jimenez et al, 2010)