Is It Necessary to Extend a Multilevel Posterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion to the Upper Thoracic Spine?

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:An experimental study of cardiovascular complications that arise during vertebroplasty was conducted. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the sequential occurrence of fat embolism and hypotension during vertebroplasty. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Vertebroplasty, the augmentation of vertebrae with polymethylmethacryl...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Aebli N,Krebs J,Davis G,Walton M,Williams MJ,Theis JC

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A prospective cohort study of consecutive patients. OBJECTIVE:Determination of the quality of life (QoL) and prevalence of slip progression in patients with degenerative lumbar spondylolisthesis managed nonoperatively. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Lumbar spinal stenosis secondary to degenerative lumbar spo...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Cushnie D,Johnstone R,Urquhart JC,Gurr KR,Bailey SI,Bailey CS

更新日期：2018-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Translation and psychometric testing. OBJECTIVE:To adapt the neck disability index (NDI) cross-culturally to Arabic language and to investigate the reliability and validity of the Arabic version of NDI in an Arabic-speaking sample with neck pain. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Although largely used, no previ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Shaheen AA,Omar MT,Vernon H

更新日期：2013-05-01 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 comparative cohort study. OBJECTIVE:Assess the incidence, risk factors, and outcomes of recurrent proximal junctional kyphosis (r-PJK) in PJK revision patients. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Several studies have identified the incidence and risk factors for PJK after primary surgery. However, ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Kim HJ,Wang SJ,Lafage R,Iyer S,Shaffrey C,Mundis G,Hostin R,Burton D,Ames C,Klineberg E,Gupta M,Smith J,Schwab F,Lafage V,International Spine Study Group.

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A literature review and the authors' clinical experience for the indication of fusion in the degenerative lumbar and cervical spine is provided. OBJECTIVE:To establish absolute and relative criteria for the indication for fusion in the degenerative cervical and lumbar spine. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Fu...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Bambakidis NC,Feiz-Erfan I,Klopfenstein JD,Sonntag VK

更新日期：2005-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The histologic effects of posterior lumbar surgery and retained extradural foreign bodies on the cauda equina were investigated in rats over time. The following four groups of rats were provided: Group 1, sham operation (laminar exposure alone); Group 2, laminectomy alone; Group 3, laminectomy with retained extradural...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Yamagami T,Matsui H,Tsuji H,Ichimura K,Sano A

更新日期：1993-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Case report and biomechanical study. OBJECTIVE:The objectives of this study were to report on a single case of a failed nucleus replacement device and to test the biomechanical properties of the failed device. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:The use of spine arthroplasty techniques in the treatment of degener...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lindley EM,Jaafar S,Noshchenko A,Baldini T,Nair DP,Shandas R,Burger EL,Patel VV

更新日期：2010-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:The possible role of phospholipase A2 in an animal model for lumbar radiculopathy and mechanisms of epidural steroid injections were studied. OBJECTIVES:To clarify the pathophysiologic mechanism of the recently proved animal model for lumbar radiculopathy and to characterize further the mechanisms of acti...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lee HM,Weinstein JN,Meller ST,Hayashi N,Spratt KF,Gebhart GF

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective analysis of a prospectively maintained database. OBJECTIVE:To characterize the utility of obtaining routine postoperative laboratory studies after an anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion (ACDF). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:ACDF is typically associated with minimal blood loss and morbidity...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Manning BT,Sankaranarayanan S,Hassanzadeh H,Nandyala SV,Marquez-Lara A,Naqvi A,Elboghdady IM,Noureldin M,Singh K

更新日期：2014-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A review of methods to optimize anesthesia and analgesia for minimally invasive spine procedures. OBJECTIVE:To provide information to surgeons and anesthesiologists of methods to provide optimal anesthesia and pain control for minimally invasive spine surgery with an emphasis on preoperative planning. SU...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Buvanendran A,Thillainathan V

更新日期：2010-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Analysis of Swedish national and regional register data. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to characterize healthcare resource utilization, productivity loss, and costs of patients with low back pain (LBP) with or without leg pain, who have been referred from primary care settings to orthopedic special...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Jonsson E,Olafsson G,Fritzell P,Hägg O,Borgström F

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:This is a prospective, randomized, double-blinded comparison of tranexamic acid (TXA), epsilon aminocaproic acid (EACA), and placebo used intraoperatively in patients with adult spinal deformity. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to provide high-quality evidence regarding the comparative efficacies ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Peters A,Verma K,Slobodyanyuk K,Cheriyan T,Hoelscher C,Schwab F,Lonner B,Huncke T,Lafage V,Errico T

更新日期：2015-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The biomechanical evaluation of a cervical spine implant must include flexural and torsional testing if it is used for stabilizing a traumatic unstable motion segment. A cadaveric model is presented that allows flexural and torsional testing of a cervical spine motion segment, measuring the tilting angle, the translat...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Ulrich C,Woersdoerfer O,Kalff R,Claes L,Wilke HJ

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Basic science, biologic study. OBJECTIVE:To determine the potential benefits of using resveratrol (RSV) for intervertebral disc (IVD) matrix repair and regeneration. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:The phytoestrogen RSV is a natural compound found in various plants including grapes and red wines. RSV has been...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Li X,Phillips FM,An HS,Ellman M,Thonar EJ,Wu W,Park D,Im HJ

更新日期：2008-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE:To determine the performance-based outcomes in National Football League (NFL) athletes after discectomy for a lumbar disc herniation (LDH). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Long-term outcomes following surgical treatment in elite athletes in the NFL are unknown. Postoperat...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Hsu WK

更新日期：2010-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Prospective registry of spine surgery. OBJECTIVE:To identify variation in utilization, processes of care, and outcomes in spine surgery to improve statewide quality and safety. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Variability in the utilization and outcomes of elective spine surgery across different regions in the...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lee MJ,Shonnard N,Farrokhi F,Martz D,Chapman J,Baker R,Hsiang J,Lee C,Gholish R,Flum D,Spine SCOAP-CERTAIN Collaborative.

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:We report on a 54-year-old man with chronic lower back pain after recent streptococcus pneumoniae pulmonary infection, resulting in a mycotic aortic aneurysm and spondylodiscitis of the eighth vertebrae 6 months later. Successful surgical treatment and recurrence-free survival after 4 years are described. ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Englert C,Aebert H,Lenhart M,Solleder A,Nerlich M,Neumann C

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A case report. OBJECTIVE:The authors present a rare case of metastatic nonfunctioning neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas presenting as thoracic spinal cord compression. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Pancreatic endocrine tumors (PETs) are a slow-growing subset of pancreatic tumors. They can be classified a...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Eads TA,Hattab EM,Rodgers RB

更新日期：2010-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective Analysis OBJECTIVE.: The aim of this study was to determine whether an association between increased acute pain, postoperative time, and direct hospital costs exists between the use of iliac crest bone grafting (ICBG) and bone morphogenic protein (BMP)-2 following a primary, single-level mini...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Haws BE,Khechen B,Narain AS,Hijji FY,Cardinal KL,Guntin JA,Singh K

更新日期：2018-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Comparative knowledge survey. OBJECTIVE:This study compared the knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons and family practitioners in managing simple low back pain (LBP) with reference to currently published guidelines. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:LBP is the most prevalent of musculoskeletal conditions. It affect...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Finestone AS,Raveh A,Mirovsky Y,Lahad A,Milgrom C

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:This study investigated the effects of the intensive physical rehabilitation program on the trunk and knee extensor muscles in patients with chronic low back pain. At baseline and after 3 months, strength was measured and muscle biopsies were taken. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the effects of strength exercises...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Rissanen A,Kalimo H,Alaranta H

更新日期：1995-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Cervical pedicle morphology was investigated using manual and computed tomography measurements. OBJECTIVES:Normal anatomic variations of the cervical pedicles were measured to evaluate their safety as anchors for posterior cervical fixation systems. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:There have been no cervical ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Karaikovic EE,Daubs MD,Madsen RW,Gaines RW Jr

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bilateral paraspinal electromyogram (EMG) at levels L1-L2 and L4-L5, and abdominal EMG of a group of 20 low-back pain patients were compared to those of a group of 20 pain-free controls during flexion, extension, lateral bending to right and left, and rotation to right and left. The results showed no significant left-...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Nouwen A,Van Akkerveeken PF,Versloot JM

更新日期：1987-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A biomechanical calf cadaver study. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine the intradiscal pressure gradient of bridged healthy intervertebral segments in correlation with intraoperative distraction force. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Bisegmental dorsal stabilization and anatomic reduction is...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Spiegl U,Pätzold R,Glasmacher S,Stephan D,Josten C,Bühren V,Gonschorek O,Augat P

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A retrospective review of the radiographs of 1215 patients with congenital scoliosis and kyphosis disclosed 298 (25%) to have segmentation defects in the cervical spine. A single level defect was seen in 82 patients, 52 of which were at C2-C3. Of the 298 patients, 235 had scoliosis, (6 cervical, 42 cervicothoracic, 75...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Winter RB,Moe JH,Lonstein JE

更新日期：1984-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To perform decompression of the spinal cord and stabilization of the cervical spine in the patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy, subtotal vertebrectomy and spinal fusion of the cervical spine were carried out in 30 patients. In 18 patients, three vertebrectomies and a spinal fusion were carried out, and in 12...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Hanai K,Fujiyoshi F,Kamei K

更新日期：1986-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective case series. OBJECTIVE:To report the effect of repeated growing rod (GR) lengthenings on the sagittal and pelvic profile in patients with early-onset scoliosis. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Posterior distraction-based GRs have gained popularity as a technique for the surgical management of ea...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Shah SA,Karatas AF,Dhawale AA,Dede O,Mundis GM Jr,Holmes L Jr,Yorgova P,Neiss G,Johnston CE,Emans JB,Thompson GH,Pawelek JB,Akbarnia BA,Growing Spine Study Group.

更新日期：2014-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：:A reviews of 13 cases of symptomatic isolated congenital cervical fusion (block vertebrae) below the C2 level is presented. Ten cases were collected from a review of the English literature and three new cases were added. All 13 patients presented neurologic symptoms of radiculopathy and/or myelopathy with either no hi...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lee CK,Weiss AB

更新日期：1981-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Case report of late postoperative complication. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:There have been a number of reports of migration and extrusion of cervical fusion instrumentation. The majority of such cases have a benign outcome. To our knowledge, cervical instrumentation extrusion resulting in prevertebral abs...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Wong DT,Fehlings MG,Massicotte EM

更新日期：2005-11-15 00:00:00