How can we ensure long-term spine health after tumor ablation? In this follow-up to our previous discussion, Dr. Glade Roper returns to the show to focus on early kyphoplasty treatment for ablation patients, aiming to prevent kyphosis and postural fatigue syndrome.

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This podcast is supported by an educational grant from Medtronic.

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SYNPOSIS

Dr. Roper provides detailed advice on performing kyphoplasty effectively, including methods to ensure optimal cement fill and the use of various tools. He also discusses the challenges of treating irradiated bones, the importance of restoring sagittal alignment for patients, and the need to accurately assess fracture morphologies on imaging.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Kyphoplasty Tips and Tools

10:05 Impact of Radiation Therapy on the Spine

15:43 Cement Injection Techniques

25:00 Prevention of Postural Fatigue Syndrome

30:12 Fracture Morphology on Imaging

34:33 Balancing Work and Personal Life

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RESOURCES

BackTable MSK Ep. 63- Building a Bone Tumor Ablation Practice, Part 1:

https://www.backtable.com/shows/msk/podcasts/63/building-a-bone-tumor-ablation-practice-part-1

BackTable VI Ep. 211- Extra-Spinal Augmentation & The Future of Vertebral Augmentation:

https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/211/extraspinal-augmentation-the-future-of-vertebral-augmentation

Kyphon V System:

https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/healthcare-professionals/products/spinal-orthopedic/vertebral-augmentation/vertebroplasty/kyphon-v-premium-vertebroplasty-platform.html