Spine
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A longitudinal panel study. ⋯ Previous LBP was associated with LBP 5 years later among survivors of the GEJE. Furthermore, the effect on subsequent LBP was stronger with a higher frequency of previous LBP episodes.Level of Evidence: 3.
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Retrospective review. ⋯ Although there were no differences in reoperation, reintubation, or mortality, there was a significantly higher cost for care and hospitalization in those who received PACU x-rays. Further studies are warranted to validate the results of the presented study.Level of Evidence: 3.
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Retrospective case series. ⋯ F-18 FDG PET/CT can be the procedure of choice for investigation of SSI in the spine when other imaging fails to provide a definitive diagnosis.Level of Evidence: 4.
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Using Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning to Identify Patients Appropriate for Outpatient ACDF.
Retrospective, case-control. ⋯ Predictive analytics and machine learning can be leveraged to aid in identification of patients who may be safe candidates for single-level outpatient ACDF. Surgeons and perioperative teams may find these tools useful to augment clinical decision-making.Level of Evidence: 3.