Spine
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This study evaluates a series of consecutive endoscopic endonasal odontoidectomies performed since 2008 in our center. ⋯ Endoscopic endonasal odontoidectomy resulted in a safe, effective, and well-tolerated procedure. From our experience, we conclude that the different approaches for odontoidectomy should be considered to be complementary rather than alternative: the endonasal endoscopic can be advantageous in selected cases presenting some anatomical conditions related (micrognathia and macroglossia) to the oral cavity and to high position of the odontoid.
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Review
Inconsistencies between abstracts and manuscripts in published studies about lumbar spine surgery.
Systematic review. ⋯ Abstracts are discrepant with full manuscripts in a surprisingly high proportion of manuscripts. Authors, editors, and peer reviewers should strive to ensure that abstracts accurately represent the data in RCT manuscripts.