Spine
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Cross-sectional observational study. ⋯ Data in this study suggest an MRI-based algorithm with a combination of scout and sagittal T2 images offers a reliable and consistent assessment of accessibility to upper thoracic levels through an anterior approach. Age and body mass index are major determinants of accessibility.
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A retrospective, propensity score, multivariate analysis of the National Trauma Data Bank (NTDB) between 2008 and 2011. ⋯ Patients with traumatic spine fractures were more likely to receive surgery if they were insured, regardless of the presence of SCI.
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Multicenter Study
Defining Spino-Pelvic Alignment Thresholds: Should Operative Goals in Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery Account for Age?
Retrospective review of prospective, multicenter database. ⋯ This study demonstrated that sagittal spino-pelvic alignment varies with age. Thus, operative realignment targets should account for age, with younger patients requiring more rigorous alignment objectives.
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A cost-effectiveness analysis conducted alongside a randomized clinical trial. ⋯ Preoperative CBT appears to be more effective and cost neutral when considering the overall health care sector and labor market perspective, supporting the implementation of preoperative CBT in the course of treatment for LSF surgery in a Danish context.
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Comparative Study
Biomechanics of a Posterior Lumbar Motion Stabilizing Device: In Vitro Comparison to Intact and Fused Conditions.
Nondestructive flexibility tests were performed in vitro, comparing multiple conditions of fixation in a single group of specimens. ⋯ N/A.