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Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device
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Post-traumatic Vertebral Compression Fracture Treated with Minimally Invasive Biologic Vertebral Augmentation for

John C Chiu1, Ali M Maziad2

  • 1Director, Department Neurospine Surgery, California Center for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, California Spine Institute Medical Center, Newbury Park, California.

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This study presents a novel minimally invasive technique using polyethylene mesh and bone graft for treating painful vertebral compression fractures. This approach offers a safe and effective alternative to traditional methods, promoting biological bone healing.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Neurosurgery
  • Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • Post-traumatic vertebral compression fractures are common in active populations due to injuries.
  • Symptomatic fractures can significantly impact quality of life.
  • Current treatments like vertebroplasty carry risks associated with Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a novel minimally invasive technique for stabilizing and reconstructing vertebral compression fractures.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of using an intravertebral polyethylene mesh sac and biological bone graft.
  • To present an alternative to PMMA-based vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.

Main Methods:

  • Percutaneous vertebral augmentation (VA) was performed on 28 patients.

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  • An intravertebral polyethylene mesh sac (OptiMesh®) was used for reconstruction.
  • A biological morcelized bone graft was employed within the mesh construct.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful treatment of 28 cases of painful post-traumatic vertebral compression fractures.
    • The technique provided stabilization and reconstruction with a minimally invasive approach.
    • Avoided serious complications associated with PMMA used in vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.

    Conclusions:

    • Percutaneous vertebral augmentation with a polyethylene mesh sac and biological bone graft is an efficacious and controlled method for VCF treatment.
    • This biological construct offers osteoconductive and osteoinductive properties for vertebral stabilization.
    • The construct protects adjacent vertebra integrity due to its favorable elastic and physical characteristics compared to PMMA.