Journal of Osteoporosis and Physical Activity
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Weixing Xie

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• Research Article
  Analysis of Related Factors on the Vertebral Height Restoration of Percutaneous Vertebral Augmentation
  Author(s): Weixing Xie and Daxiang JinWeixing Xie and Daxiang Jin
  
  Study design: The related factors for the vertebral height restoration were retrospectively reviewed in 97 patients who underwent percutaneous vertebral augmentation (PVA). Objective: To discuss the factors associated with the vertebral body height restoration and follow-up height loss of patients underwent PVA for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures. Background: PVA is widely applied for the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures. The degree of vertebral body height restoration and deformity correction after the procedure is not consistent. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed 97 patients who underwent PVA, because of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures. The following data about the patients were recorded: age, gender, bone density, number of treated vertebrae, severity of fractur.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2329-9509.1000209

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