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The article provides an overview of current concepts in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures. It discusses the risk factors, clinical presentation, and both conservative and operative management options. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures are a common problem, affecting millions of adults annually in the USA alone. These fractures can cause physical impairment and increased mortality compared to age-matched controls. The article highlights the debate between advocates of conservative therapy and surgical treatment. It emphasizes the importance of understanding risk factors, clinical evaluation, and treatment strategies. When surgery is necessary, balloon kyphoplasty is shown to provide better pain reduction and lower mortality compared to nonsurgical treatment
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The aim of the present work is an overview of current concepts in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures, risk factors, clinical presentation and conservative and operative management. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures are a widespread problem, affecting between 700,000 and 1.5 million adults annually in the USA alone. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures can cause severe physical impairment, including back pain, dysfunction, and progressive thoracic kyphosis. Mortality after osteoporotic…
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Abstract in English, German The aim of the present work is an overview of current concepts in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures, risk factors, clinical presentation and conservative and operative management. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures are a widespread problem, affecting between 700,000 and 1.5 million adults annually in the USA alone. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures can,
Abstract
The aim of the present work is an overview of current concepts in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures, risk factors, clinical presentation and conservative and operative management. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures are a widespread problem, affecting between 700,000 and 1.5 million adults annually in the USA alone. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures can cause severe physical impairment, including back pain, dysfunction, and progressive thoracic kyphosis. Mortality after osteoporotic vertebral fractures is still increased compared to age-matched controls. In the reality of care, advocates of purely conservative therapy as well as advocates of surgical treatment can be found all over the world. In summary, understanding the risk factors, appropriate clinical evaluation and treatment strategies are crucial. When surgery is indicated, balloon kyphoplasty shows significantly better pain reduction and lower mortality compared to nonsurgical treatment.
The aim of the present work is an overview of current concepts in the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral body fractures, risk factors, the clinical appearance and conservative and operative management. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures are a common problem, affecting between 700,000 and 1.5 million adults each year in the US alone. Osteoporotic vertebral fractures can cause severe physical disability, including back pain, dysfunction, and progressive kyphosis of the thoracic spine. Mortality after osteoporotic vertebral fractures is still higher compared to controls of the same age. In the reality of care, advocates of purely conservative therapy as well as advocates of surgical treatment can be found all over the world. In summary, understanding the risk factors, appropriate clinical assessment, and treatment strategies are crucial. When surgery is indicated, balloon kyphoplasty shows significantly better pain reduction and lower mortality compared to nonsurgical treatment.
Keywords: Conservative treatment; Diagnostics; Kyphoplasty; Osteoporosis; Risk factors.
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Osteoporotic vertebral fractures-From diagnosis to treatment
