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Angiography: Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty: How to prepare and what to expect - 06/2023

Angiography: Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty: How to prepare and what to expect
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Abstract

This handout explains vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty, non-surgical treatments to strengthen a broken backbone. It incldues how the treatment works, how it is done, how to prepare for it, and what to expect during the treatment.

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2005
Revision Date
06/2023
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Therapeutic Procedures
Specific Subject/Keyword
Back
Osteoporosis
Languages
English
Record ID
3216