Osteoporotic Bone: When and How to Use Augmentation?

J Orthop Trauma. 2019 Dec:33 Suppl 8:S21-S26. doi: 10.1097/BOT.0000000000001643.

Abstract

The number of fragility fractures is rising, and treatment is a challenge for orthopaedic trauma surgeons. Various augmentation options have been developed to prevent mechanical failure. Different composites can be used based on the fracture type, patient needs, and biomechanical needs. Indications for augmentation are not limited to osteoporotic fractures but can also be performed as a salvage procedure or in pathologic fractures. Biomechanical studies have shown advantages for augmented implants in the spine, proximal femur, and humerus. Clinical studies are preliminary but promising, showing good clinical results after augmentation with reduced mechanical failure and minimal complications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Biomechanical Phenomena
  • Bone Cements*
  • Bone Screws
  • Female
  • Femoral Fractures / diagnostic imaging
  • Femoral Fractures / surgery
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / instrumentation
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods*
  • Fracture Healing / physiology*
  • Fractures, Spontaneous / diagnostic imaging
  • Fractures, Spontaneous / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Osteoporosis / complications*
  • Osteoporosis / physiopathology
  • Osteoporotic Fractures / diagnostic imaging
  • Osteoporotic Fractures / surgery*
  • Prognosis
  • Risk Assessment
  • Spinal Fractures / diagnostic imaging
  • Spinal Fractures / surgery
  • Time Factors

Substances

  • Bone Cements