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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This study aimed to explore associations between ABO blood type and postoperative adjacent segment degeneration/disease (ASD) following lumbar spine fusion, as well as evaluate differences in spinopelvic alignment, perioperative care, postoperative complications, and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). ⋯ This is the first large-scale study to address and demonstrate proof-of-principle that ABO blood type, a non-modifiable risk factor, is associated with ASD following lumbar spine fusion.
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This study aimed to evaluate the analgesic effects and safety of multidrug cocktail injections for postoperative pain management in patients undergoing lumbar microendoscopic decompression surgery. ⋯ Multidrug cocktail injections are effective and safe for postoperative pain management in lumbar microendoscopic decompression surgery, significantly reducing pain, analgesic use, CRP levels, and hospital stay. These findings suggest that incorporating multidrug cocktail injections into postoperative care protocols can enhance patient recovery and outcomes.
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Vertebral Hounsfield unit values on computed tomography scan (CT values) have been found to be correlated with bone density measured using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. We hypothesized that low preoperative CT values are risk factors for early loss of correction after percutaneous posterior spinal fixation (PPSF). This study aimed to evaluate the usefulness of measuring preoperative CT values. ⋯ CT values can predict progressive loss of correction after PPSF.