Treating Vertebral Compression Fractures: Establishing the Appropriate Diagnosis, Pre-operative Considerations, Treatment Techniques, Postoperative Follow-up and General Guidelines for the Treatment of Patients with Symptomatic Vertebral Compression Fractures

Vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) result from either trauma or a pathologic process that weakens the bone by conditions such as osteoporosis or tumor. The incidence of VCFs has been rising over the last few decades in accordance with the aging population. These fractures can result in severe pain, physical limitation and disability, as well as increased morbidity and mortality. Patients with VCFs are optimally treated by accurate and early diagnosis and treatment. An effective method to treat these fractures is percutaneous vertebral augmentation, which is a set of minimally invasive procedures that stabilizes osseous fractures, provides immediate pain relief, and improves quality of life.
Source: Techniques in Vascular and Interventional Radiology - Category: Radiology Authors: Source Type: research