Vertebroplasty

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Overview
Osteoporosis is a major health problem throughout the United States and the developed world. In the United States alone, more than 700,000 vertebral body fractures are diagnosed yearly, resulting in more than 100,000 hospital admissions. With an aging population, the number of osteoporotic fractures is expected to increase significantly in the coming years.


Most people with compressive spinal fractures experience pain. This typically lasts 4 to 6 weeks in duration and may lea...Read the full article