Spine
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An in vitro experimental study testing a Gelatin-poly (γ-glutamic acid) hydrogel for disc repair. ⋯ The developed gelatin-poly (γ-PGA) hydrogel with 20 mM EDC concentration provides an effective gap-filling biomaterial with good cytocompatibility, suggesting substantial promise for use as a sealant for small AF defects.Level of Evidence: N/A.
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Retrospective cross-sectional cohort. ⋯ This study offers an objective measurement of muscle health that correlates with HRQOLs for patients with lumbar spine pathology.Level of Evidence: 3.