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Osteoporosis
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and kyphoplasty are radiologic procedures for the treatment of the intense pain
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reduction or elimination is frequently immediate, and the risk of complications
is low. | | | Dr.
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Kyphoplasty
Spinal fractures are quite common. In the United States alone, an estimated
700,000 spinal fractures occur each year. Although the majority of spinal fractures
(also called vertebral compression fractures) are caused by osteoporosis, cancer
and medical treatments such as chemotherapy can also weaken bone and increase
the likelihood of fracture.
Balloon
kyphoplasty—a minimally invasive procedure can reduce pain and improve quality
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The
procedure is called balloon kyphoplasty because orthopaedic balloons are used
to lift the fractured bone and return it to the correct position. Before
the procedure, you will have a medical exam and undergo diagnostic studies such
as X-rays or MR, to determine the precise location of the fracture. Balloon kyphoplasty
can be done under local or general anesthesia. Balloon
kyphoplasty takes about one hour per fracture treated. It can be done on an inpatient
or outpatient basis, depending on medical necessity. After the procedure, you
will likely be transferred to the Recovery Room for about an hour for observation.
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Click on
image above to view a procedure animation of balloon kyphoplasty (2 Mb -Windows
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| | Dr.
Horne has performed hundreds of successful Kyphoplasty procedures for complex
spine fractures caused by Osteoporosis and trauma. | | |
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the support of the Riverhills team and the suite of comprehensive services available
through our Spine Center, including Diagnostic MRI, Pain Management and Physical
Therapy, Dr. Horne can ensure the best possible outcome for you.
For
more on Dr. Horne please see our People section or link directly to his CV
here...
You can contact Dr. Horne through the Riverhills Spine Center
at 513.791.6400.
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