Radiofrequency ablation of spinal osteoid osteoma: clinical outcome.

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective database analysis. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate outcomes of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive patients after cervical spine surgery. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Highly active antiretroviral medications have qualitatively altered the natural history of HIV, thus increasing the number of HI...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lovy AJ,Guzman JZ,Skovrlj B,Cho SK,Hecht AC,Qureshi SA

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A prospective follow-up study. OBJECTIVE:Assessment of the relation between accomplishment of pain relief through percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) in painful osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) and the cemented fraction of the vertebral body and subsequent determination of the optimal in...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Nieuwenhuijse MJ,Bollen L,van Erkel AR,Dijkstra PD

更新日期：2012-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A radiographic, histologic, biochemical, and gene expression study was conducted in vivo in a rabbit model to determine the effect of injection of the N-terminal 30 kDa fibronectin fragment (Fn-f) into the intervertebral disc along with various control substances. OBJECTIVE:To determine if the Fn-f is abl...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Greg Anderson D,Li X,Tannoury T,Beck G,Balian G

更新日期：2003-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:An experimental animal study. OBJECTIVE:To study if antitumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) antibody, which is administered at different times, reduces the pain behavior induced by application of nucleus pulposus (NP) to the nerve root. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Treatment with TNF-alpha inhibitor re...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Sasaki N,Kikuchi S,Konno S,Sekiguchi M,Watanabe K

更新日期：2007-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective review of prospectively collected data. OBJECTIVE:Assess outcomes of adult spinal deformity (ASD) surgery performed by one versus two attending surgeons. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:ASD centers have developed two attending teams to improve efficiency; their effects on complications and outco...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Gomez JA,Lafage V,Scuibba DM,Bess S,Mundis GM Jr,Liabaud B,Hanstein R,Shaffrey C,Kelly M,Ames C,Smith JS,Passias PG,Errico T,Schwab F,International Spine Study Group.

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:An in situ study using whole-organ culture system. OBJECTIVE:To study the effect of disc degeneration at different stages on its rheological and dynamic properties and to investigate the efficacy of exogenous cross-linking therapy. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Disc degeneration can involve protein denatura...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Hsu YC,Kuo YW,Chang YC,Nikkhoo M,Wang JL

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective study. OBJECTIVE:To report results at a minimum 5 years after pedicle subtraction osteotomy for fixed sagittal imbalance. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:No one has reported results of pedicle subtraction osteotomies with a 5- to 8-year follow-up. METHOD:Thirty-five consecutive patients with sa...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Kim YJ,Bridwell KH,Lenke LG,Cheh G,Baldus C

更新日期：2007-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:In vitro biomechanical study on 6 fresh frozen human thoracolumbar spine specimens. OBJECTIVE:Using a novel high viscosity polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) cement and vertebroplasty kit to correct the kyphosis angle of wedge compression fractures (AO/ASIF 1.2). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Vertebroplasty is t...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Rüger M,Schmoelz W

更新日期：2009-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors have reviewed the records of 36 patients with idiopathic scoliosis who underwent a single-stage anterior spinal fusion with Zielke instrumentation to determine if any adverse frontal or secondary sagittal deformities or changes in balance resulted from the surgery. Spontaneous correction of uninstrumented ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lowe TG,Peters JD

更新日期：1993-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A biomechanical cadaveric study in lumbar calf spine. OBJECTIVE:Evaluation of the effects of selected degrees of freedom (df) on the dynamic stabilization of the spine in terms of segmental range of motion (RoM), center of rotation (CoR), and implant loadings. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:For dorsal stabil...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Schulze M,Hartensuer R,Gehweiler D,Vordemvenne T,Raschke MJ,Trautwein F,Heuer F

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:This is a case report of a posterior extrusion of the polyethylene core from a CHARITÉ arthroplasty. This is the first reported case of posterior dislocation of the polyethylene and the revision strategies used to correct this problem. OBJECTIVE:To report a novel failure mechanism and revision strategy fo...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Eskander MS,Onyedika II,Eskander JP,Connolly PJ,Eck JC,Lapinsky A

更新日期：2010-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:An investigation of the reliability of various factors used to analyze electromyograms of paraspinal muscles of the lumbar spine. OBJECTIVES:To determine the reproducibility of several electromyographic variables over time and to assess the influence of confounding factors. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Pre...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Nargol AV,Jones AP,Kelly PJ,Greenough CG

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:To report a new index, the K-line, for deciding the surgical approach for cervical ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL). OBJECTIVE:To analyze the correlation between the K-line-based classification of cervical OPLL patients and their surgical outcome. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Prev...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Fujiyoshi T,Yamazaki M,Kawabe J,Endo T,Furuya T,Koda M,Okawa A,Takahashi K,Konishi H

更新日期：2008-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Analysis of spine-related patient education materials (PEMs) from subspecialty websites. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to assess the readability of spine-related PEMs and compare to readability data from 2008. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Many spine patients use the Internet for health information. S...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Eltorai AEM,Cheatham M,Naqvi SS,Marthi S,Dang V,Palumbo MA,Daniels AH

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:An ex vivo biomechanical study using cadaveric vertebral bodies. OBJECTIVE:To determine how bone mineral density (BMD) affects mechanical strength and stiffness of the vertebral body after vertebroplasty, and to determine how the association between mechanical properties and BMD varies with amount of ceme...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Graham J,Ahn C,Hai N,Buch BD

更新日期：2007-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A consecutive series of 22 giant cell tumor (GCTs) of the cervical spine which underwent surgical treatment was observed from 1990-2003. OBJECTIVE:This study reviews the clinical patterns and follow-up data of (GCT) of bone arising in the cervical spine which underwent surgical treatment. We attempt to co...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Junming M,Cheng Y,Dong C,Jianru X,Xinghai Y,Quan H,Wei Z,Mesong Y,Dapeng F,Wen Y,Bin N,Lianshun J,Huimin L

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:The efficacy of intrathecal (spinal) morphine in the treatment of pain after posterior spinal fusions was assessed. OBJECTIVE:To investigate improved posterior pain control with fewer side effects in patients with posterior spinal fusions. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:After multilevel spinal fusion with in...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Urban MK,Jules-Elysee K,Urquhart B,Cammisa FP,Boachie-Adjei O

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cyclic axial compression-tension tests and cyclic torsional tests were performed on ten fresh human L4-5 functional spinal units to investigate the structural effects of the posterior elements on the mechanical properties of L4-5 functional spinal units. The stiffness of the functional spinal unit increased with the i...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Asano S,Kaneda K,Umehara S,Tadano S

更新日期：1992-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective database study. OBJECTIVE:We sought to identify trends in demographics, comorbidities, and postoperative complications among patients undergoing ACDF and PLF. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:As demand for anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) and posterior lumbar fusion (PLF) surgery co...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Wilson LA,Fiasconaro M,Liu J,Bekeris J,Poeran J,Kim DH,Girardi F,Sama A,Memtsoudis SG

更新日期：2020-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：:This section of the cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) Spine focus issue collates evidence related to diagnosis, outcome assessment, and genetics. Given that a variety of different disease states can present similarly, a guide for diagnosing and differentiating CSM from other neurological conditions is initially pr...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Wilson JR,Fehlings MG,Kalsi-Ryan S,Shamji MF,Tetreault LA,Rhee JM,Chapman JR

更新日期：2013-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Isolated tubercular involvement of craniovertebral junction in a human immunodeficiency virus-positive patient causing paraplegia and sudden death with radiologic features is presented. OBJECTIVES:Isolated involvement of craniovertebral junction by tuberculosis causing quadriparesis is a rare entity. The ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Raut AA,Narlawar RS,Nagar A,Ahmed N,Hira P

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A review of controlled trials. OBJECTIVES:To determine which interventions are used to prevent back and neck pain problems as well as what the evidence is for their utility. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Given the difficulty in successfully treating long-term back and neck pain problems, there has been a ca...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Linton SJ,van Tulder MW

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A retrospective comparison study. OBJECTIVE:To compare the postoperative proximal junctional change and revision prevalence as influenced by 3 different proximal levels after adult lumbar deformity instrumented fusion from the distal thoracic/upper lumbar spine (T9-L2) to L5 or S1. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Kim YJ,Bridwell KH,Lenke LG,Rhim S,Kim YW

更新日期：2007-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Validity and responsiveness study using a randomized clinical trial and prospective cohort study of patients with low back pain (LBP). OBJECTIVE:To provide evidence for construct validity and responsiveness to change of a single-item presenteeism question (SIPQ) in patients with LBP. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUN...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Kigozi J,Lewis M,Jowett S,Barton P,Coast J

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE:To assess the ability of local vancomycin powder to prevent wound infection after posterior cervical fusion. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Wound infections are a significant source of morbidity and cost associated with spine surgery. Intraoperative application of vanc...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Strom RG,Pacione D,Kalhorn SP,Frempong-Boadu AK

更新日期：2013-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Case report. OBJECTIVES:To present a rare case of a previously operated giant schwannoma located in the sacrum, and to make some considerations regarding diagnostic modalities and treatment options. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Large sacral schwannomas with anterior cortex erosion and associated intrapelvi...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Ortolan EG,Sola CA,Gruenberg MF,Carballo Vazquez F

更新日期：1996-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Cross-sectional study. OBJECTIVE:The present study compared activity of deep and superficial cervical flexor muscles and craniocervical flexion range of motion during a test of craniocervical flexion between 10 patients with chronic neck pain and 10 controls. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Individuals with c...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Falla DL,Jull GA,Hodges PW

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective analysis of nationwide Veterans Health Administration clinical and administrative data. OBJECTIVE:Examine the association between HIV infection and the rate of spine surgery for degenerative spine disease. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Combination antiretroviral therapy has prolonged survival ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： King JT Jr,Gordon AJ,Perkal MF,Crystal S,Rosenthal RA,Rodriguez-Barradas MC,Butt AA,Gibert CL,Rimland D,Simberkoff MS,Justice AC

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors present a comprehensive state-of-the-art and critical review of the finite element models of the human cervical spine. They also focused on the developments in model construction (geometry generation), constitutive law (material property) identification, loading and boundary condition details, and validati...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Yoganandan N,Kumaresan S,Voo L,Pintar FA

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Cost-effectiveness analysis with decision analysis and meta-analysis. OBJECTIVE:To determine the relative cost-effectiveness of anterior cervical discectomy with fusion (with autograft, allograft, or spacers), anterior cervical discectomy without fusion (ACD), and cervical disc replacement (CDR) for the t...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lewis DJ,Attiah MA,Malhotra NR,Burnett MG,Stein SC

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00