Open Surgical Treatments of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures

Abstract

With an aging population, the osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture (OVCF) has become a constant concern for its physical and neurological complications, such as spinal kyphosis and refractory pains. Compared with traditional conservative treatments, the open surgery is more superior in some ways because of its direct decompression and correction. Various operation methods applying to different indications have been developed to deal with different fracture situations, including anterior, posterior, and combined surgery. In this review, we have concluded the latest developments of the surgery treating OVCF and the internal fixation as references for spinal surgeons of the choice of suitable treatments.

Keywords: Neurologic Impairment; Open Surgical Correction; Osteoporosis Vertebral Compression Fractures; Osteotomy; Quality of Life; Spinal Kyphosis.