European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
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To investigate the causes of late-onset, progressive neurological deficits in patients with severe angular kyphosis caused by spondylitis secondary to tuberculosis (TB spondylitis). ⋯ In their evaluation of paraplegic patients, spine surgeons should consider the many potential causes of late-onset neurological deficits in TB spondylitis to avoid performing unnecessary surgery. A simpler procedure may yield equivalent results.
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To present a systematic review on ICF used in the Nordic countries from 2001 to 2013, describing and quantifying the development in utilization of ICF, and describe the extent to which the different components of the ICF have been used. ⋯ There was an increase in ICF-relevant papers from 2001 to 2013, especially in the categories 'clinical and/or rehabilitation contexts' and 'non clinical contexts'. The most represented focus areas were neurology, musculoskeletal and work-related areas. All five or at least four ICF components were mentioned in the results or discussions in most papers; activity was most frequently mentioned.