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What is vertebroplasty?
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Vertebroplasty: This surgical procedure is done when one of the vertebral bodies, the building blocks of your spine have collapsed. Various materials can be injected into the collapsed space in an effort to expand it out and reduce the pain commonly associated with it.
Answered 1/31/2014
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Vertebroplasty: This is a procedure done for spinal fractures (typically for compression fractures) which are causing pain. These can be located in the thoracic or lumbar regions. It involves the injection of a cement mixture into the fractured vertebral body using xray.
Answered 12/25/2015
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Are there any risks I should be aware of before my vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty? My vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are scheduled for two weeks from now. Are there risks that I should prepare for?
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Is Vertebroplasty the same as the Vertiflex pricedure, inserting a spacer ?
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How can vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty help treat spinal fractures?
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