Spine
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Retrospective chart review. ⋯ A statistically significant association with undergoing surgery was observed with a referral by an MSK provider, older age, male sex, high BMI, and a high-income quartile home zip code. Understanding these factors and patterns is critical for optimizing practice efficiency and reducing the burdens of inappropriate referrals.
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Observational Study
Why Are Some Intervertebral Discs More Prone to Degeneration?: Insights Into Isolated Thoracic "Dysgeneration".
Prospective observational study. ⋯ 1.
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Retrospective study. ⋯ To reduce UIVF, screw length should be set with a target ORPS of 80% or higher. If the screw penetrates the anterior wall of the vertebral body, the risk of UIVF is greater.
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Retrospective review. ⋯ 3.
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Observational Study
Differences in Outcomes and Healthcare Resource Utilization After Surgical Intervention for Metastatic Spinal Column Tumor in Safety-Net Hospitals.
Observational cohort study. ⋯ 3.