Spine
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Comparative Study
Lumbar modic changes-a comparison between findings at low- and high-field magnetic resonance imaging.
A cross-sectional observational study. ⋯ There was a significant difference between low- and high-field MRI regarding the overall prevalence of any Modic change, but this had opposite directions for types 1 and 2: type 2 dominated in high field and conversely in high field [corrected]. The type of MRI unit should be taken into consideration when diagnosing patients with Modic changes
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A retrospective study. ⋯ As applied in anterior cervical fusion, the local decompression bone embedded into carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone cages is enough and can achieve successful fusion, poignant clinical outcomes while achieving no donor site morbidity.
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A large-scale analysis of radiographical results of patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy and a review of the literature. ⋯ Sagittal alignment was slightly changed, with only a 1.8° increase in lordosis. The ROM of the cervical spine was preserved by 87.9%. This preservation of alignment and ROM might be attributable to improvements including early removal of the cervical orthosis, postoperative neck exercises, and some surgical modifications.