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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Proteomic and 16S rDNA analysis of disc tissues obtained in vivo. ⋯ Our study demonstrates bacterial specific proteins and host defence proteins to infection which strengthen the hypothesis of infection as a possible initiator of disc disease. These results can lead to a paradigm shift in our understanding and management of disc disorders.
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To show that with C5 radiculopathy and profound neurological deficit, good outcomes can be obtained with injection therapy. ⋯ In C5 radiculopathy, even with severe neurological deficit, cervical injection therapy should be considered. These cases illustrate that excellent results can be obtained without the need for open surgery with its inherent risks.
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Retrospective cohort. ⋯ PSFx plus BP for thoracolumbar fractures reduces significantly spinal deformity and pain with few complications.
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Although imaging has a major role in evaluation and management of thoracolumbar spinal trauma by spine surgeons, the exact role of computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in addition to radiographs for fracture classification and surgical decision-making is unclear. ⋯ For accurate classification, radiographs alone were insufficient except for C-type injuries. CT is mandatory for accurately classifying thoracolumbar fractures. Though MRI did confer a modest gain in sensitivity in B2 injuries, the study does not support the need for routine MRI in patients for classification, assessing instability or need for surgery.
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The aim of the current study is to analyze perioperative data and complications of open vs. percutaneous dorsal instrumentation after dorsal stabilization in patients suffering from fractures of the thoracic or lumbar spine. ⋯ According to the current study, percutaneous dorsal stabilization of the spine could also be safely used in trauma cases and is not restricted to degenerative spinal surgery.