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Published in: Neuroradiology 8/2018

01-08-2018 | Review

What is the role of vertebral augmentation for osteoporotic fractures? A review of the recent literature

Authors: Stefano Marcia, Mario Muto, Joshua A. Hirsch, Ronil V. Chandra, Nicole Carter, Paola Crivelli, Emanuele Piras, Luca Saba

Published in: Neuroradiology | Issue 8/2018

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Abstract

Purpose

Vertebral augmentation procedures such as vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are utilized in the treatment of vertebral compression fractures (VCFs). However, their capacity for providing analgesia, reducing disability, and improving quality of life in patients with osteoporotic VCFs remains a topic of debate. The objective of this narrative review is to summarize the latest evidence for the safety and efficacy of vertebral augmentation for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (VCFs).

Methods

A systematic literature search was conducted using the PubMed and Cochrane electronic databases for systematic reviews, review articles, meta-analyses, and randomized clinical trials prior to May 2017. The keywords were “vertebroplasty,” “kyphoplasty,” and “vertebral augmentation.”

Results

Thirty-three papers (7 systematic reviews, 6 cohort studies, 15 randomized clinical trials, and 5 international guidelines) were included in this narrative review.

Conclusion

Vertebral augmentation is a safe procedure, with low rates of serious complications and no increase in subsequent post-treatment fracture risk.
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Metadata
Title
What is the role of vertebral augmentation for osteoporotic fractures? A review of the recent literature
Authors
Stefano Marcia
Mario Muto
Joshua A. Hirsch
Ronil V. Chandra
Nicole Carter
Paola Crivelli
Emanuele Piras
Luca Saba
Publication date
01-08-2018
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Neuroradiology / Issue 8/2018
Print ISSN: 0028-3940
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1920
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00234-018-2042-0

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