Vertebroplasty and interventional radiology procedures for bone metastases

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Radiology
• Orthopedics

Background:

• Cancer treatments have improved survival for patients with bone metastases.
• Managing symptoms and preventing complications of bone metastases is crucial for quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review interventional radiology techniques for managing bone metastases.
• To discuss the indications for these advanced procedures.

Main Methods:

• Cementoplasty (vertebroplasty) for bone consolidation and analgesia.
• Percutaneous implantation of screws, metallic reinforcement, or intraosseous implants.
• Tumor destruction via thermal ablation (radiofrequency, cryotherapy), chemical, or chemoembolization methods.

Main Results:

• Interventional radiology procedures are increasingly used to manage bone metastases.
• These techniques offer bone consolidation, pain relief, and tumor destruction.
• Specific techniques have defined indications for optimal patient outcomes.

Conclusions:

• Interventional radiology plays a vital role in the multidisciplinary management of bone metastases.
• These minimally invasive techniques enhance patient quality of life by controlling symptoms and preventing complications.