Vertebroplasty data hint at negative effect on patient survival

January 6, 2009 Vertebroplasty data hint at negative effect on patient survival By H.A. Abella -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Preliminary results from a Mayo Clinic study suggest that patients who undergo vertebroplasty may die sooner than patients with vertebral fractures who do not undergo the procedure. Vertebroplasty has long been validated as a safe and effective treatment for patients with vertebral compression fractures from osteoporosis. Elderly patients, in particular, experience pain reduction and improved mobility. It remains unclear, however, whether the image-guided interventional procedure has a beneficial effect on survival.

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