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Balloon kyphoplasty in malignant spinal fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BMC Palliative Care, 10/19/09

Bouza C et al. – It appears that there is level III evidence showing BKP is a well–tolerated, relatively safe and effective technique that provides early pain relief and improved functional outcomes in patients with painful neoplastic spinal fractures. BKP also provided long–term benefits in terms of pain and disability. However, the methodological quality of the original studies prevents definitive conclusions being drawn. Further investigation into the use of BKP for spinal fractures in cancer patients is warranted.

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Vertebroplasty With High-Viscosity Polymethylmethacrylate Cement Facilitates Vertebral Body Restoration In Vitro
Spine, 11/13/09 Relevance Score: 88%

Adjacent Vertebral Body Fracture Following Vertebroplasty With Polymethylmethacrylate or Calcium Phosphate Cement
Spine, 11/13/09 Relevance Score: 88%

Cement Leakage in Percutaneous Vertebroplasty for Osteoporotic Compression Fractures With or Without Intravertebral Clefts
American Journal of Roentgenology, 11/06/09 Relevance Score: 87%

The Value of Routinely Performing a Bone Biopsy During Percutaneous Vertebroplasty in Treatment of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures
Spine, 10/16/09 Relevance Score: 87%

Percutaneous CT-Guided Vertebroplasty in the Management of Osteoporotic Fractures and Dorsolumbar Metastases
Orthopedic Clinics of North America, 10/05/09 Relevance Score: 87%