ABSTRACT
Evaluation of extrapedicular vertebroplasty in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures.
Forty seven patients (29 female, 18 male) who underwent extrapedicular vertebroplasty for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures with a minimum follow-up of one year were included in the study . Average age was 66.9 years (range 38-87). 74 levels were operated. Pain scores, analgesic need and mobilization capacity were evaluated.
Significant improvement was observed in VAS, analgesic need, and mobilization capacity at the early postoperative period that persisted at one year follow-up (p< 0,001). No complication related to the procedure occurred.
Percutaneous extrapedicular vertebroplasty is a safe and effective method, alternative to transpedicular vertebroplasty in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures.