Polymethylmethacrylate Augmentation of Pedicle Screws Increases the Initial Fixation in Osteoporotic Spine Patients

Kimihiko Sawakami, Akiyoshi Yamazaki, Seiichi Ishikawa, Kei Watanabe, Naoto Endo

Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques · 2011 · 128 citations · 0 references

Abstract

Reinforcement of pedicle screws using PMMA augmentation may be a feasible surgical technique for osteoporotic spines.