Zhonghua wai ke za zhi [Chinese journal of surgery]
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Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi · Aug 2000
[Surgical treatment of single level unstable degeneration with foraminal stenosis].
Lumbar spine single level unstable degeneration with foraminal stenosis was treated with unilateral decompression, disc excision, posterolateral interbody fusion utilizing single BAK cage and count-lateral facet joint screw fixation. The short-term and mid-term clinical results were evaluated. ⋯ Complete decompression of the neural foramen can relief the symptoms, and interbody fusion utilizing threaded cage can restore the height of disc space and withstand axial loading of the spine. Addition of the facet joint fixation increased the postoperative segment stability and enhances solid fusion. With less invasive and preservation of part of the posterior elements of the lumbar spine and the solid fusion achieved, we consider it a sound procedure for the treatment of single level unstable degeneration with foraminal stenosis of lumbar spine. Long-term follow-up results needs to be observed.
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Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi · Aug 2000
[Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome after open chest wound and seawater immersion: experimental study].
To evaluate the effect of seawater immersion on multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) after chest trauma. ⋯ Seawater immersion after open chest trauma results in high incidence of MODS and high mortality rate due to progressive dysfunction of multiple organs.