Comparing One and Two Fluoroscopic Techniques in Vertebroplasty
Author Information
Author(s): Li Yen-Yao, Huang Tsung-Jen, Cheng Chin-Chang, Hsu Robert Wen-Wei
Primary Institution: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Chia-Yi, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
Hypothesis
The study aims to compare the efficacy and safety of performing percutaneous vertebroplasty using one or two sets of fluoroscope.
Conclusion
The two-fluoroscopic technique can reduce operation time and is a safe and effective method for percutaneous vertebroplasty.
Supporting Evidence
- The mean operation time was shorter in the two-fluoroscopic group (31.0 minutes) compared to the one-fluoroscopic group (37.8 minutes).
- No symptomatic cement leakage or postoperative infection was found in both groups.
- The incidence of cement leakage was lower in the two-fluoroscopic group (14.3%) compared to the one-fluoroscopic group (26.7%).
Takeaway
Using two fluoroscopes during back surgery helps doctors work faster and safer by letting them see two angles at once.
Methodology
This retrospective study enrolled 43 patients treated with one-level percutaneous vertebroplasty, divided into two groups based on fluoroscopic control.
Potential Biases
The study may have bias due to the single surgeon performing all operations.
Limitations
The study was retrospective and had a limited number of cases.
Participant Demographics
The study included 43 patients with painful osteoporotic vertebral fractures, with a mean age of approximately 73 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.03
Statistical Significance
p=0.03
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