There are several differences between vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. However, both procedures are vertebral augmentation techniques. We already have an article on indications of vertebroplasty 8 differences between vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty 1. Synonym: Vertebroplasty is also known as percutaneous cementoplasty. On the other hand, kyphoplasty refers to as ballon vertebral augmentation. 2. Thus, balloon catheter is… Continue reading 8 differences between vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty
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4 Indications of vertebroplasty
Vertebroplasty is a procedure of injection of bone cement into a pathological vertebral body. There are several indications. However, the main indication is a painful vertebral body. The indications of vertebroplasty are Osteoporotic fractures Vertebral fractures in active healing phase Tumorigenic causes – metastases, hemangioma, multiple myeloma Other metabolic disorders You may also like Contraindications… Continue reading 4 Indications of vertebroplasty