The article says that the guideline is a result of studies showing vertebroplasty as an ineffective treatment for vertebral compression fractures. The guideline was developed by a volunteer work group, which included orthopedic surgeons. Several organizations participated in the peer review process.
Internal and external committees examined the scientific and clinical information on vertebroplasty. Public commentaries were also considered during the formation of the guideline, which was passed by the AAOS board of directors in September. Funding for the review was provided by AAOS.
AAOS considers kyphoplasty as an alternative option to vertebroplasty, though the procedure only has a weak recommendation from the organization.
Read the AAOS Now article on the vertebroplasty guideline.
Read other coverage on vertebroplasty:
– NASS: Review and Consider New Literature on Vertebroplasty
– Study: Vertebroplasty Effective in Some Compression Fracture Patients
– RF Kyphoplasty Shows Less Cement Leakage Than Vertebroplasty
