Percutaneous vertebroplasty versus non-operative treatment for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

ConclusionsApplication of PVP was effective and safe only in patients with acute OVCFs having persistent and severe pain. No benefits were recorded, among patients with older fractures or those bearing non-severe symptoms.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research