Spine
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Retrospective. ⋯ The findings in this study indicate that PCF LIV selection may play a significant role in the development of mechanical complications and need for revision surgery. T2 LIV selection demonstrated a significantly lower rate of mechanical failure and revision surgery. Postoperative PROs up to 36 months are needed to evaluate effect of LIV selection on PROs.Level of Evidence: 3.
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A retrospective multicenter cohort study. ⋯ The present multicenter study identified for the first time the incidence and risk factors for UPROR with minimum 2-year follow-up after primary definitive fusion surgery for pediatric spinal deformity with every etiology.Level of Evidence: 3.
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A retrospective analysis of a single-center consecutive series of patients. ⋯ Use of high-quality CT associated with spinal navigation significantly improved accuracy of screw positioning in the cervico-thoracic region.Level of Evidence: 3.
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We retrospectively analyzed Spinal Instability Neoplastic Score (SINS) in 110 patients with prostate cancer operated for metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC). ⋯ The SINS is helpful in assessing spinal instability when selecting patients for surgery, but it does not predict survival or neurological outcomes. Patients with a potential spinal instability benefit equally from surgery for MSCC as do patients with spinal instability.Level of Evidence: 3.