Spine
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Using biotinylated dextran amine (BDA) and wheat germ agglutinin (WGA) tracers, we measured the effectiveness of olfactory mucosa (OM) transplantation as a scaffold in a rat model of chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). ⋯ Our results provide both indirect and direct evidence for the presence of trans-synaptic neurons. OM transplantation in rats with chronic SCI resulted in reconstruction of neural pathways by both providing trans-synaptic neurons and supporting regeneration of remaining axons. The olfactory mucosa is thought to be an efficacious scaffold to produce the relay neuron in chronic spinal cord injury.
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Multicenter Study
T1 pelvic angle (TPA) effectively evaluates sagittal deformity and assesses radiographical surgical outcomes longitudinally.
Retrospective review of a multicenter database of consecutive patients undergoing 3-column osteotomy for treatment of adult spinal deformity (ASD). ⋯ 4.
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Case Reports
Improvement of pulmonary function in children with early-onset scoliosis using magnetic growth rods.
Case series. ⋯ 4.
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Comparative Study
Comparison of pedicle subtraction and Smith-Petersen osteotomies in correcting thoracic kyphosis when closed with a central hook-rod construct.
Retrospective analysis. ⋯ 4.