Vertebroplasty
Vertebroplasty is a surgical procedure for stabilizing compressed fractures of the spine. Indication, Contraindication, and Complications are explained in detail. Consequences of vertebral compression fracture: Intractable pain ↑ mortality Psychological effect- depression Recurrent fractures Kyphotic deformity Gastrointestinal dysfunction Pulmonary dysfunction Functional decline ↑ duration of hospitalization Patients likely to require surgical treatment are: Thoraco-lumbar junction […]
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