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Metastatic osteolytic involvement of the second cervical vertebra (C2) is rare, but usually very painful. Percutaneous vertebroplasty has shown to be effective regarding pain control, but carries the risk of cement leakage.To describe an alternative microsurgical procedure suitable for patients suffering from C2 osteolysis who are considered to be high risk with respect to cement leakage.A technical...