Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty – Treatment of Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures

Abstract

Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty can, under strict adherence to the operative protocol, be an effective approach to the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral body fracture. It permits early mobilization of the patient without the necessity of external fixation.

Keywords

• vertebroplasty
• kyphoplasty
• osteoporotic spine fracture