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Erschienen in: European Radiology 10/2007

01.10.2007 | Musculoskeletal

Vertebroplasty in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral body fracture

verfasst von: R. T. Hoffmann, T. F. Jakobs, C. Trumm, C. Weber, C. Glaser, M. F. Reiser

Erschienen in: European Radiology | Ausgabe 10/2007

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Abstract

During the last few years, vertebroplasty has gained a wide acceptance for the treatment of painful osteoporotic vertebral body fractures and osteolytic changes. However, new guidelines with significant changes in indications and technique were published recently in Europe. Therefore, the aim of this review is to highlight recent changes in indications for vertebroplasty, patient work-up and changes in procedural technique, and to give an overview of patient outcome and possible complications. Therefore, technical details like different types of fluoroscopy, needle placement, pain management during the intervention, recommended equipment, including bone cement, and the use of venography are discussed. Postprocedural issues are noted, including the risk of minor and major complications and the expected outcome of the treated patients.
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Metadaten
Titel
Vertebroplasty in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral body fracture
verfasst von
R. T. Hoffmann
T. F. Jakobs
C. Trumm
C. Weber
C. Glaser
M. F. Reiser
Publikationsdatum
01.10.2007
Verlag
Springer-Verlag
Erschienen in
European Radiology / Ausgabe 10/2007
Print ISSN: 0938-7994
Elektronische ISSN: 1432-1084
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00330-007-0582-5

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