2014
DOI: 10.1155/2014/815286
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Percutaneous Vertebral Body Augmentation: An Updated Review

Abstract: There are many medical conditions like osteoporosis, tumor, or osteonecrosis that weaken the structural strength of the vertebral body and prone it to fracture. Percutaneous vertebral augmentation that is usually applied by polymethylmethacrylate is a relatively safe, effective, and long lasting procedure commonly performed in these situations. In this paper, we updated a review of biomechanics, indications, contraindications, surgical techniques, complications, and overall prognosis of these minimally invasiv… Show more

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“…Pain and disability are well-known clinical factors that predispose patients to receive surgical intervention [37]. In our study, patients in the surgery group had significantly higher vacuum clefts of fractured vertebrae, preoperative VAS pain scores, and ODI scores (Table 1).…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 48%
“…Pain and disability are well-known clinical factors that predispose patients to receive surgical intervention [37]. In our study, patients in the surgery group had significantly higher vacuum clefts of fractured vertebrae, preoperative VAS pain scores, and ODI scores (Table 1).…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 48%