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Review
. 2023 Nov;15(11):2743-2748.
doi: 10.1111/os.13822. Epub 2023 Aug 16.

Open Surgical Treatments of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures

Junyu Li  1   2   3 , Lizhi Xu  4 , Yinhao Liu  1   2   3 , Zhuoran Sun  1   2   3 , Yongqiang Wang  1   2   3 , Miao Yu  1   2   3 , Weishi Li  1   2   3 , Yan Zeng  1   2   3
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Review

Open Surgical Treatments of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures

Junyu Li et al. Orthop Surg. 2023 Nov.

Abstract

With an aging population, the osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture (OVCF) has become a constant concern for its physical and neurological complications, such as spinal kyphosis and refractory pains. Compared with traditional conservative treatments, the open surgery is more superior in some ways because of its direct decompression and correction. Various operation methods applying to different indications have been developed to deal with different fracture situations, including anterior, posterior, and combined surgery. In this review, we have concluded the latest developments of the surgery treating OVCF and the internal fixation as references for spinal surgeons of the choice of suitable treatments.

Keywords: Neurologic Impairment; Open Surgical Correction; Osteoporosis Vertebral Compression Fractures; Osteotomy; Quality of Life; Spinal Kyphosis.

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The authors declare that they have no affiliations with or involvement in any organization or entity with any competing interest in the subject matter or materials discussed in this manuscript.

Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1
A schematic diagram of modified pedicle subtraction osteotomy (mPSO). Compared to traditional PSO, intervertebral disc and part of the pedicle are removed for more corrective angle and better bone‐to‐bone fusion and sagittal stability.
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