This study collects data on the use of radiofrequency ablation and cement augmentation for the treatment of cancer that has spread to the spine (metastases to the spine). Radiofrequency ablation with cement augmentation is a useful approach for the treatment of secondary metastasis to the spine. Information collected in this study may help doctors to learn the effectiveness of this therapy, and may help to evaluate optimal technique, appropriate patient selection, and management of complications.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: I. To evaluate the use of radiofrequency ablation and cement augmentation for the treatment of secondary metastases to the spine. OUTLINE: Patients' medical data is collected retrospectively.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
500
Medical data is collected
M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, United States
RECRUITINGTechnical success
Results will be compared with data available from other published literature.
Time frame: Up to 3 years
Clinical success
Results will be compared with data available from other published literature.
Time frame: Up to 3 years
Complication rates
Results will be compared with data available from other published literature.
Time frame: Up to 3 years
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