Vertebroplasty Flashcards
1
Q
What is vertebroplasty performed to fix?
A
Compression fracture
2
Q
What are the reasons why vertebroplasty may be performed?
A
If vertebral body has collapsed
3
Q
What is injected?
A
Cement like substance
4
Q
How is the patient positioned after the procedure? How long?
A
Lay on back, for an hour
5
Q
Where is the needle/trochar inserted? How far is it advanced?
A
pedicle, anterior third of vertebral body
