This book describes the actual \'state-of-the-art\' of percutaneous vertebroplasty for different vertebral lesions, such as osteoporotic fractures, vertebral hemangioma, multiple mieloma and metastasis. It particularly emphasizes the indications and patient selection, which according to the authors is of the uttermost importance to avoid complications and obtain optimal clinical results. A thorough step-by-step description of the technique and clinical follow-up of patients is described. A complete chapter is dedicated to the novel technique of kyphoplasty, analysing short-term results, technical problems and indications. A separate chapter provides insight to the future advances in vertebral lesion treatments and new biologic cements. This book includes a video-CD on a complete vertebroplasty procedure, a useful guide for fresh practitioners in their first case experiences when further technical problems and complications may arise.