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World J Clin Cases. Apr 26, 2022; 10(12): 3966-3968
Published online Apr 26, 2022. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v10.i12.3966
Comment on “Outcomes of different minimally invasive surgical treatments for vertebral compression fractures: An observational study”
Long Ma, Zhi-Wen Luo, Ya-Ying Sun
Long Ma, Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Pindingshan City, Pingdingshan 467000, Henan Province, China
Zhi-Wen Luo, Ya-Ying Sun, Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China
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Corresponding author: Ya-Ying Sun, MD, PhD, Doctor, Research Scientist, Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, No. 12 Middle Wulumuqi Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai 200040, China. sunyaying100@126.com
Received: November 29, 2021
Peer-review started: November 29, 2021
First decision: January 22, 2022
Revised: February 3, 2022
Accepted: March 16, 2022
Article in press: March 16, 2022
Published online: April 26, 2022
Abstract

Recently we read the article entitled “Outcomes of different minimally invasive surgical treatments for vertebral compression fractures: An observational study”. This was an observational study that reviewed the safety and efficacy of different cement augmentation modalities for vertebral compression fractures under osteoporotic condition. Overall, this is a valuable study that can provide a reference for clinical practice. On the other hand, we also noticed some points in the article and are willing to share our views. Further studies with a higher level of evidence can add more knowledge regarding relevant concerns.

Keywords: Vertebral compression fractures, Osteoporosis, Study design, Observational study, Randomize

Core Tip: Recently we read the article entitled “Outcomes of different minimally invasive surgical treatments for vertebral compression fractures: An observational study” with pleasure. We noticed some points in the article and are willing to share our views. Further studies with a higher level of evidence can add more knowledge regarding relevant concerns.