Journal of spinal disorders & techniques
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J Spinal Disord Tech · Nov 2015
Meta Analysis Comparative StudyImproved Accuracy of Minimally Invasive Transpedicular Screw Placement in the Lumbar Spine With 3-Dimensional Stereotactic Image Guidance: A Comparative Meta-Analysis.
This study compares the accuracy rates of lumbar percutaneous pedicle screw placement (PPSP) using either 2-dimensional (2-D) fluoroscopic guidance or 3-dimensional (3-D) stereotactic navigation in the setting of minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS). This represents the largest single-operator study of its kind and first comprehensive review of 3-D stereotactic navigation in the setting of MISS. ⋯ Three-dimensional stereotactic navigation based upon intraoperative computed tomography imaging offers markedly improved accuracy of percutaneous lumbar pedicle screw placement when used in the setting of MISS.
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J Spinal Disord Tech · Nov 2015
Coronal Spinal Balance in Adult Spine Deformity Patients With Long Spinal Fusions: A Minimum 2- to 5-Year Follow-up Study.
This study was a retrospective one. ⋯ After surgical correction of spinal deformities, coronal spinal decompensation appears in an increased number of patients at last follow-up postoperatively but without significant differences in coronal plane C7PL during the postoperative period. Attention should be paid to patients with osteoporosis and those with a combination of previous same site posterior spine surgery and new anterior approach surgery for changes of coronal balance postoperatively.
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J Spinal Disord Tech · Nov 2015
Fusion Rates of Different Anterior Grafts in Thoracolumbar Fractures.
Retrospective CT analysis of anterior fusion in thoracolumbar trauma. ⋯ Case control study, Level III.
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J Spinal Disord Tech · Nov 2015
Comparison of the Wake-up Test and Combined TES-MEP and CSEP Monitoring in Spinal Surgery.
A retrospective clinical analysis. ⋯ Combined TES-MEP and CSEP monitoring, with its high sensitivity and specificity, is an effective method for monitoring spinal function during surgery and should be the preferred choice. The wake-up test is a useful complementary method for monitoring because of its high specificity.