Incidence and risk factors of facet joint violation following percutaneous kyphoplasty for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures.
Conclusion The placement of a puncture trocar can cause FJV in patients with OVCFs and impact clinical outcomes after PKP. Special attention should be given to patients with an FJA > 55°, a PD < 5 mm, and a DEF < 5 mm.
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Source: Acta Radiologica - Category: Radiology Authors: Li Y, Wang X, Jiang K, Chen J, Lin Y, Wu Y Tags: Acta Radiol Source Type: research