Current Trends in the Use of Patient-Reported Outcome Instruments in Degenerative Cervical Spine Surgery
Conclusion Numerous PROIs are currently used in degenerative cervical spine surgery. A consensus on which instruments to use for a given diagnosis or procedure is lacking and may be necessary for better communication and comparison, as well as for the accumulation and analysis of vast clinical data across multiple studies.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 28, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Ueda, HarukiCutler, Holt S.Guzman, Javier Z.Cho, Samuel K. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Growth and Change for the Global Spine Journal
Global Spine J 2015; 05: 263-263DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1558343Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 27, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Wang, Jeffrey C. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Elevated Patient Body Mass Index Does Not Negatively Affect Self-Reported Outcomes of Thoracolumbar Surgery: Results of a Comparative Observational Study with Minimum 1-Year Follow-Up
Conclusions Patients of all levels of obesity experienced significant improvement following elective thoracolumbar spine surgery. These outcomes were achieved without increased risk of postoperative complications such as infection and reoperation. A risk–benefit algorithm to assist with surgical decision making for obese patients would be valuable to surgeons and patients alike.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 17, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Manson, Neil A.Green, Alana J.Abraham, Edward P. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Anterior Cervical Reconstruction Using Free Vascularized Fibular Graft after Cervical Corpectomy
Conclusion The use of FVFG is a valuable and effective technique in anterior cervical reconstruction for complex disorders.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 17, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Addosooki, Ahmad IbraheemAlam-Eldin, MohamedAbdel-Wanis, Mohamed El-SayedYousef, Mohamed Abdelhamid AliDionigi, PaoloKenawey, Mohamed Omar Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Unilateral versus Bilateral Instrumentation in Spinal Surgery: A Systematic Review (Podcast)
Global Spine JDOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1558650Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 17, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
En Bloc Resection of Solitary Functional Secreting Spinal Metastasis
Conclusion Although the ability to formulate comprehensive conclusions is limited, case reports demonstrate that en bloc resection may be considered as a potential surgical option for the treatment of patients diagnosed with solitary functional secretory spinal metastatic tumors. Future prospective investigations into clinical outcomes should be conducted comparing intralesional resection and en bloc resection for patients diagnosed with solitary functional secretory spinal metastasis.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full ...
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 16, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Goodwin, C. RoryClarke, Michelle J.Gokaslan, Ziya L.Fisher, CharlesLaufer, IlyaWeber, Michael H.Sciubba, Daniel M. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
An International Multicenter Study Assessing the Role of Ethnicity on Variation of Lumbar Facet Joint Orientation and the Occurrence of Degenerative Spondylolisthesis in Asia Pacific: A Study from the AOSpine Asia Pacific Research Collaboration Consortium
Conclusions This study is the first to suggest that ethnicity may not play a role in facet joint orientation in the majority of cases of DS in the Asia-Pacific region. Findings from this study may facilitate future comparative studies in other multiethnic populations. An understanding of ethnic variability may assist in identifying those patients at risk of postsurgical development or progression of DS. This study also serves as a model for large-scale multicenter studies across different ethnic groups and cultural boundaries in Asia.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of co...
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 16, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Williams, RichardCheung, Jason Pui YinGoss, BenRajasekaran, ShanmuganathanKawaguchi, YoshiharuAcharya, ShankarKawakami, MamoruSatoh, ShigenobuChen, Wen-JerPark, Chun-KunLee, Chong-SuhFoocharoen, ThanitNagashima, HidekiKuh, SungukZheng, ZhaominCondor, Rich Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Radiographic Analysis of the Sacropelvic Parameters of the Spine and Their Correlation in Normal Asymptomatic Subjects
Conclusion The current study is the first of asymptomatic Indian adults and provides invaluable information to the clinicians about the normal range of sacropelvic and spinopelvic parameters, which is useful to plan spinal deformity corrections and to evaluate pathologic conditions associated with abnormal angular values.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 16, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Sudhir, G.Acharya, ShankarK.L, KalraChahal, Rupinder Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Efficacy of Postoperative Pain Management Using Continuous Local Anesthetic Infusion at the Iliac Crest Bone Graft Site in Patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Parallel, Double-Blinded, Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial
Conclusions This study is the first with a robust level I study design to assess the efficacy of continuous infusion of analgesia into the ICBG site in young patients with AIS. This pilot study noted a trend that continuous anesthetic infusion reduces pain at the ICBG site and may further decrease overall physical bodily pain. This study further established a sample size calculation to facilitate large-scale studies addressing these parameters. This study provides further support of postoperative pain management options for children with spinal deformities.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thiem...
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 16, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Samartzis, DinoBow, CoraCheung, JasonSham, PhoebeMak, Kin-CheungCheung, Wai-YuenWong, Yat-WaLuk, Keith D. K.Cheung, Kenneth M. C.Lawmin, Jean-Claude Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Intrawound Vancomycin Powder for Spine Tumor Surgery
Conclusion In this first study evaluating intrawound vancomycin powder for spine tumor surgery, we report an infection rate of 4.9%. We found no correlations between radiation treatment and postsurgical infections.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 16, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Okafor, RichardMolinari, WilliamMolinari, RobertMesfin, Addisu Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Approach-Related Complications of Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Results of a Combined Spine and Vascular Surgical Team
Conclusions ALIF is a safe procedure when performed by a combined vascular surgeon and spine surgeon team with acceptably low complication rates. Our series confirms that the team approach results in short operative times and length of stay, with rapid control of intraoperative vessel injury and low overall blood loss.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 16, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Mobbs, Ralph J.Phan, KevinDaly, DanielRao, Prashanth J.Lennox, Andrew Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Union Rate and Complications in Spine Fusion with Recombinant Human Bone Morphogenetic Protein-7: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Conclusion We were not able to find data in support of the use of rhBMP-7 for spine fusion. We found no evidence for increased complication or revision rates with rhBMP-7. On the other hand, we also found no evidence in support of improved union rates.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 14, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Vavken, JuliaVavken, PatrickMameghani, AlexanderSchaeren, Stefan Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Membrane-Stabilizing Agents Improve Quality-of-Life Outcomes for Patients with Lumbar Stenosis
Conclusion The results of this study suggest that patients with LSS and neurogenic claudication can have greater QOL improvements when treated with MSAs compared with other forms of conservative management without MSAs.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 14, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Bansal, SachinLubelski, DanielThompson, Nicolas R.Shah, Ali A.Mazanec, Daniel J.Benzel, Edward C.Khalaf, Tagreed Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Intramedullary Spinal Cord Tumors: Part II—Management Options and Outcomes
Conclusions Awareness and understanding of IMSCT is imperative to design proper management and obtain optimal patient outcomes. Meticulous operative technique and the use of surgical adjuncts are essential to accomplish proper tumor removal, diminish the risk of recurrence, and preserve neurologic function. Operative management of IMSCT should be individualized and based on tumor type, location, and dimensional extensions. To assist with preoperative and intraoperative decision-making, a general algorithm is provided.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Ab...
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 9, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Samartzis, DinoGillis, Christopher C.Shih, PatrickO'Toole, John E.Fessler, Richard G. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
The Quality and Readability of Information Available on the Internet Regarding Lumbar Fusion
Conclusions Higher-quality information about lumbar fusion conveyed using language that is more readable by the general public is needed on the Internet. It is important for health care providers to be aware of the information accessible to patients, as it likely influences their decision making regarding care.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - July 9, 2015 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Zhang, DafangSchumacher, CharlesHarris, Mitchel B.Bono, Christopher M. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
