Impact of Hounsfield units on adjacent fracture risk after kyphoplasty
This study underscores the potential of HU measurements in CT scans as a predictive tool for AF risk post-kyphoplasty. Reduced bone density in adjacent vertebrae emerged as a significant risk factor. These findings highlight the necessity for vigilant postoperative monitoring and a proactive approach in managing bone health in patients undergoing kyphoplasty for osteoporotic fractures.
Authors
- Nazeer Aboud (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1825-3877)
- Falko Schwarz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0821-193X)
- Sergio Calero-Martinez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2515-368X)
- Christian Senft (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1288-6913)
- Aaron Lawson McLean (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5528-6905)
- Niklas Eckardt
Institutions
- Jena University Hospital (DE)
- Friedrich Schiller University Jena (DE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Brain and Spine
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bas.2025.104296
- Primary Topic
- Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00