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Vertebroplasty and balloon kyphoplasty in osteoporosis: friends or foes?

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: Osteoporotic vertebral fractures are a common cause of pain and disability and increased mortality in western countries. We have analyzed three studies about Vertebroplasty and Balloon Kyphoplasty that have been recently published. We discuss potential complications, results of each technique, and whether the long-term outcome is similar in patients treated with Vertebroplasty and Balloon Kyphoplasty and non-surgical treatment, to decide the correct use of these minimally invasive techniques and for such patients.

Source: PubMed

Authors: Gemma Marcucci, Maria Luisa Brandi

Institution: University of Florence

Language: English

Topic: Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2155353823

FWCI: 0.343

Cites: 55

Cited by: 3

Related to: 10