What is the importance of clinical history before performing percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP)?
One of the most important approach to any procedure involves taking detailed history and performing physical examination and percutaneous vertebroplasty consultation is no exception. Important information when taking history from a patient who presents which back pain include: • Asking about site of pain • Onset of mild or deep pain • Specifically in vertebral fractures, we must inquire about midline location as pain related to vertebral fractures is often midline, localized at the level of fracture • Aggravating factors such as due to motion or long standing • Relieving factors such as pain killers or any other medications All these questions will help formulate the diagnosis better and will lead to the best treatment that the patient requires.