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Kyphoplasty MeSH Descriptor Data 2024


MeSH Heading
Kyphoplasty
Tree Number(s)
E02.718.275.500.500
E04.555.165.500.500
Unique ID
D058498
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D058498
Scope Note
Procedures to restore vertebrae to their original shape following vertebral compression fractures by inflating a balloon inserted into the vertebrae, followed by removal of the balloon and injection of BONE CEMENTS to fill the cavity.
Entry Term(s)
Balloon Vertebroplasty
NLM Classification #
WE 725
Previous Indexing
Spinal Fractures/surgery (2001-2010)
Vertebroplasty (2006-2010)
Public MeSH Note
2011
History Note
2011
Date Established
2011/01/01
Date of Entry
2010/06/25
Revision Date
2011/06/24
Kyphoplasty Preferred
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