Outcome Instruments in Spinal Trauma Surgery: A Bibliometric Analysis
Conclusions The VAS pain scale is the most common outcome instrument used in spinal trauma. The scope of this outcome instrument is limited, and it may not be sufficient for discriminating between more and less effective treatments. A wide variety of functional measures are used, reflecting the need for a disease-specific instrument that accurately measures functional limitation in spinal trauma.[...]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 - March 7, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Cutler, Holt S.Guzman, Javier Z.Connolly, JamesAl Maaieh, MotasemSkovrlj, BrankoCho, Samuel K. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
The Effect of Obesity on the Improvement in Health State Outcomes following Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Interbody Fusion
Conclusions Patients undergoing MIS TLIF sustain meaningful and significant gains in SF-12 MCS and PCS that is not impacted by their obesity status.[...]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 - March 2, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: McAnany, Steven J.Patterson, Diana C.Overley, SamuelAlicea, DanielGuzman, JavierQureshi, Sheeraz A. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Technology: Allowing for Journals on the Go
Global Spine J 2016; 06: 099-099DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1579765Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - February 29, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Wang, Jeffrey C. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Cervical Scoliosis: Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes (Podcast)
Global Spine JDOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1579753Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - February 26, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Resection of Beak-Type Thoracic Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament from a Posterior Approach under Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring for Paralysis after Posterior Decompression and Fusion Surgery
Conclusions RASPA surgery for beak-type T-OPLL after posterior decompression and fusion surgery resulted in good functional outcomes as a salvage surgery for patients with severe paralysis. Advantages of RASPA include a wide working space, no spinal cord retraction, and additional decompression at levels without T-OPLL resection and spinal cord shortening after additional dekyphosis and compression maneuvers. When used with IONM, this procedure may help avoid permanent postoperative paralysis.[...]Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | Abstract | open acces...
Source: Global Spine Journal - February 24, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Imagama, ShiroAndo, KeiIto, ZenyaKobayashi, KazuyoshiHida, TetsuroIto, KenyuIshikawa, YoshimotoTsushima, MikitoMatsumoto, AkiyukiTanaka, SatoshiMorozumi, MasayoshiMachino, MasaakiOta, KyotaroNakashima, HiroakiWakao, NorimitsuNishida, YoshihiroMatsuyama, Y Tags: Technical Report Source Type: research
Kinematic Magnetic Resonance Imaging Assessment of the Degenerative Cervical Spine: Changes after Anterior Decompression and Cage Fusion
Conclusions Using kinematic MRI, ROM after spinal fusion can be measured with high precision. Kinematic MRI can be used not only in clinical practice, but also to study intervention and its effect on postoperative biomechanics and ASP of cervical vertebrae.[...]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 - February 23, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Obradov, MarinaBénard, Menno R.Janssen, Michiel M. A.Anderson, Patricia G.Heesterbeek, Petra J. C.Spruit, Maarten Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Blunt Cerebrovascular Injury in Cervical Spine Fractures: Are More-Liberal Screening Criteria Warranted?
Conclusions Our data demonstrates that although cervical spine injuries identified by the Biffl criteria trend toward a higher likelihood of concomitant BCVI (21.4%), a significant incidence of 13.6% also exists within the non-Biffl fracture cohort. As a result, a more-liberal screening than proposed by Biffl may be warranted.[...]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 - February 23, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Grabowski, GregoryRobertson, Ryan N.Barton, Blair M.Cairns, Mark A.Webb, Sharon W. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Outcomes following Laminoplasty or Laminectomy and Fusion in Patients with Myelopathy Caused by Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament: A Systematic Review
Conclusion Data from four comparative studies was not sufficient to support the superiority of laminoplasty or laminectomy and fusion in treating cervical myelopathy caused by OPLL.[...]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 - February 19, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Singhatanadgige, WeerasakLimthongkul, WorawatValone, FrankYingsakmongkol, WicharnRiew, K. Daniel Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Clinical Outcomes of Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion for Patients 80 Years of Age and Older with Lumbar Degenerative Disease: Minimum 2 Years' Follow-Up
Conclusions The present study indicated that surgical outcomes of PLIF in patients ≥80 years were comparable to those < 80 years. However, bony union rate was significantly lower and postoperative OVFx worsened the clinical outcomes in patients ≥80 years.[...]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 - February 19, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Hayashi, KazunoriMatsumura, AkiraKonishi, SadahikoKato, MinoriNamikawa, TakashiNakamura, Hiroaki Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion in Patients with Osteoporosis
Conclusions Our data demonstrated significantly increased rates of cage subsidence, iatrogenic fracture, and overall radiographic complications in patients with osteoporosis. However, these radiographic complications did not predispose patients with osteoporosis to an increased risk of surgical revision or worse clinical outcomes.[...]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 - February 19, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Formby, Peter M.Kang, Daniel G.Helgeson, Melvin D.Wagner, Scott C. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Risk Factors for Venous Thromboembolism following Thoracolumbar Surgery: Analysis of 43,777 Patients from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program 2005 to 2012
Conclusions We report an overall 30-day PE rate of 0.5% and DVT rate of 0.7% following thoracolumbar spine surgery. Patients undergoing corpectomy were at highest risk for VTE. Multiple VTE risk factors were identified. Further studies are needed to develop algorithms to stratify VTE risk and direct prophylaxis accordingly.[...]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 - February 17, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Sebastian, Arjun S.Currier, Bradford L.Kakar, SanjeevNguyen, Emily C.Wagie, Amy E.Habermann, Elizabeth S.Nassr, Ahmad Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Surgical Outcomes in Patients with High Spinal Instability Neoplasm Score Secondary to Spinal Giant Cell Tumors (Podcast)
Global Spine JDOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1572497Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - February 9, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Neurogenic Fever after Acute Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury: A Qualitative Systematic Review
Conclusion Neurogenic fevers are relatively common following an acute SCI; however, there is little in the scientific literature to help physicians prevent or treat this condition. The paucity of research underscored by this review demonstrates the need for further studies with larger sample sizes, focusing on incidence rate, clinical outcomes, and pathogenesis of neurogenic fever following acute traumatic SCI.[...]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 - January 30, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Savage, Katherine E.Oleson, Christina V.Schroeder, Gregory D.Sidhu, Gursukhman S.Vaccaro, Alexander R. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
EBSJ Evidence Assessment
Global Spine J 2016; 06: 097-097DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1571395Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - January 30, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Changes for the Future
Global Spine J 2016; 06: 001-001DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1571303Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals:Table of contents | open access Full text (Source: Global Spine Journal)
Source: Global Spine Journal - January 30, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Wang, Jeffrey C.Chapman, Jens R.Wiechert, Karsten Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
