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Here, we present three patients who, due to significant comorbidities, underwent kyphoplasty performed in the lateral decubitus rather than the prone position.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Case Description:<\/jats:title>Three females, two with metastatic cancer and one with osteoporosis, presented with lumbar compression fractures and new accompanying pain and\/or neurological deficits. 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