Balloon Kyphoplasty
The article is a systematic review that compares balloon kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty in terms of height restoration and pain relief for vertebral compression fractures. The review includes 33 randomized controlled trials, with 20 focusing on balloon kyphoplasty, 7 on vertebroplasty, and 6 comparing the two treatments. Both treatments showed benefits in pain reduction and improved functionality. The review suggests that balloon kyphoplasty may be favored for vertebral height restoration, but further studies are needed to determine which treatment is superior for pain relief. Keywords for the article include chronic pain, compression fracture, kyphoplasty, low back pain, pain management, post-operative pain, and vertebroplasty
Summarised by Mr Mo Akmal – Lead Spinal Surgeon
The London Spine Unit : most specialised spinal facility in London
Published article
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This systematic review comprehensively compared balloon kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty with respect to height restoration and pain relief.
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Abstract Purpose of review: This systematic review comprehensively compared balloon kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty with respect to height restoration and pain relief. Recent findings: PRISMA guidelines were utilized to compare balloon kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty, focusing on the primary outcome of height restoration and the secondary outcomes of pain relief and functionality. A total of 33 randomized,
Abstract
Purpose of review: This systematic review comprehensively compared balloon kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty with respect to height restoration and pain relief.
Recent findings: PRISMA guidelines were utilized to compare balloon kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty, focusing on the primary outcome of height restoration and the secondary outcomes of pain relief and functionality. A total of 33 randomized controlled trials were included; 20 reviewed balloon kyphoplasty, 7 reviewed vertebroplasty, and 6 compared vertebroplasty to balloon kyphoplasty. Both treatments restored some vertebral body height and showed benefits in pain reduction and improved patient-reported functionality.
Summary: Balloon kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty are effective treatments for vertebral compression fractures and this review suggests that balloon kyphoplasty may be favored for vertebral height restoration. Further studies are needed to conclude whether balloon kyphoplasty or vertebroplasty is superior for alleviating pain.
Keywords: chronic pain; compression fracture; kyphoplasty; low back pain; pain management; post-operative pain; vertebroplasty.
The London Spine Unit : most specialised spinal facility in London
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Balloon Kyphoplasty vs Vertebroplasty: A Systematic Review of Height Restoration in Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures