Intrathecal cement leakage as a rare and serious complication of percutaneous vertebroplasty: Case report and literature review

Yu Dong Chen, Michael Mu Huo Teng, Cheng Yen Chang, Jen Huey Chiang

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Abstract

Percutaneous vertebroplasty is used to treat vertebral hemangioma, osteoporotic fractures, osteolytic metastases, and myeloma. The procedure is widely performed in Taiwan and universally but not free of complication. Intrathecal cement leakage is a rare and serious complication and can be prevented. We report a case of vertebroplasty-induced intrathecal leakage of bone cement and review the literature.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)141-145
Number of pages5
JournalChinese Journal of Radiology
Volume32
Issue number3
Publication statusPublished - Sept 2007
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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