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At «Oxford Medical», treatment of vertebral body hemangiomas is performed using an innovative minimally invasive technique - puncture vertebroplasty. It is performed without incisions! The spinal surgeon makes a puncture with a thin needle and injects a special drug that ensures coagulation of blood vessels and strengthening of the bone structures of the vertebrae.
The advantages of puncture vertebroplasty are:
high efficiency;
minimally invasive;
safety;
performed under local anesthesia;
stay in the clinic for only 2-3 hours;
short and easy rehabilitation period.
At «Oxford Medical» Treatment of vertebral body hemangiomas is performed by a spinal surgeon with many years of experience who has been trained abroad. Thanks to this, as well as equipping the clinic with new expert-class equipment, each patient can be sure of receiving high-quality medical care using advanced techniques.
Make an appointment with a spinal surgeon to receive individual recommendations for the treatment of vertebral body hemangiomas.
Hemangiomas – are benign vascular tumors that develop in the vertebral bodies. They are clusters of abnormally enlarged blood vessels.
According to research, spinal hemangiomas occur in 10-12% of people. In most cases, they remain undetected or are diagnosed during an X-ray or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spine for other reasons.
Most often, hemangiomas develop asymptomatically. Back pain and other disorders rarely occur, mainly with a significant increase in the size of the hemangioma and compression of the spinal cord or nerve roots.
In most cases, hemangiomas in the vertebral body do not cause symptoms and are diagnosed by chance. However, if the tumor becomes large enough or is positioned so that it puts pressure on the nerve roots or spinal cord, it can lead to various clinical manifestations.
Symptoms of vertebral body hemangiomas can vary depending on their location in different parts of the spinal column:
neck pain – may be constant or worsen with movement;
headache – due to tension in the neck muscles and irritation of the nerve endings;
weakness in the arms, numbness, impaired coordination, problems with balance – in rare cases with compression of the spinal cord.
back pain – usually localized in the thoracic spine and may be constant or worsen with exertion;
weakness or numbness in the legs, problems with walking – rarely occur with spinal cord compression;
impairment of the functions of the chest organs – possible in case of pressure on the nerve roots.
Low back pain – can be constant or occur with movement and physical exertion;
radiculopathy - pain, numbness or weakness in the legs due to compression of the nerve roots;
impaired urination and defecation – occurs in rare cases due to impaired function of the pelvic organs due to pressure on nerve structures.
sacral pain – may radiate to the buttocks and back of the thigh;
cauda equina syndrome – a serious condition in which nerve roots in the lower spine become compressed, leading to severe pain, weakness in the legs, and loss of bladder and bowel control.
The decision to perform surgical treatment is made based on a comprehensive assessment of the patient's condition, the size and location of the hemangioma, as well as the presence and severity of symptoms.
The patient may be prescribed:
Computed tomography (CT);
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Laboratory tests are required immediately before the procedure.
At «Oxford Medical» preoperative examinations can be completed in one visit.
Surgical treatment of vertebral body hemangioma is prescribed quite rarely.
Indications are:
high risk of compression fracture due to the large size of the hemangioma and destruction of the vertebral bone tissue
loss of control over urination and defecation due to compression of the spinal cord or nerve roots
persistent severe pain that does not respond to conservative treatment
neurological symptoms such as weakness, numbness, coordination problems
At «Oxford Medical» an innovative minimally invasive technique is used to treat vertebral body hemangiomas. Puncture vertebroplasty does not require incisions, making it the safest compared to other types of spinal surgery.
Puncture vertebroplasty is performed under constant X-ray control. The spinal surgery department has a modern C-arm X-ray complex, which provides high-quality visualization and allows the surgeon to perform all manipulations with maximum accuracy.
Main stages of the operation:
The needle insertion site is disinfected, after which local anesthesia is applied.
Under the control of X-ray visualization, a special trocar needle is inserted into the affected vertebra.
Medical bone cement is introduced into the vertebral body through the needle. It coagulates blood vessels, fills cavities and cracks inside the vertebra, strengthening the bone tissue.
After the cement is injected, a control X-ray is taken to confirm the correct distribution of the material and the success of the procedure.
The needle is carefully removed, the puncture site is treated with an antiseptic and a small sterile bandage is applied.
Rehabilitation after puncture vertebroplasty is usually quick and relatively easy due to the minimally invasive nature of the procedure. The patient can leave the clinic within a few hours after its completion, and return to their usual lifestyle within a few days.
After vertebroplasty, the patient may experience mild discomfort or pain in the puncture area, which usually passes within 2-3 days. The doctor may prescribe painkillers to relieve discomfort.
It is recommended to avoid heavy physical exertion and heavy lifting for several weeks after the procedure.
If necessary, the doctor may recommend a course of physiotherapy to strengthen the back muscles and improve spinal mobility. It is also advisable to monitor your posture, avoid prolonged sitting in uncomfortable positions, and regularly perform exercises to strengthen the muscle corset.
Puncture vertebroplasty allows you to quickly return to everyday life with minimal restrictions (provided that you follow all the doctor's recommendations and take care of your health).
Puncture vertebroplasty is an effective and relatively safe treatment method that allows you to quickly and reliably strengthen the affected vertebrae, reduce pain and improve the patient's quality of life.
At «Oxford Medical» the procedure is performed by an experienced spinal surgeon. Thanks to X-ray control using a C-arm, he receives high-quality visualization, which allows you to insert the needle and the drug with maximum accuracy. Thanks to this, the risk of complications is minimized.
Potential complications of puncture vertebroplasty are leakage of bone cement from the vertebral border, which can lead to compression of nerve endings; thromboembolism, if the cement enters the blood vessels; allergic reaction to the cement; infection of the needle insertion site.
Oxford Medical has a modern high-tech surgery department. It is equipped with expert-class equipment that allows for operations of any complexity, including minimally invasive interventions on the spine.
Puncture vertebroplasty is not only the most effective and safest method of removing spinal hemangioma, but also more affordable than surgical operations. You can find out the cost of the procedure at Oxford Medical here.
To receive individual treatment recommendations and find out whether puncture vertebroplasty is right for you, make an appointment with a spinal surgeon.
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