Predictors of bad and good outcomes of lumbar disc surgery. A prospective clinical study with recommendations for screening to avoid bad outcomes.

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Prospective observational study. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the potential association between fibrinogen, bleeding, and transfusion requirements after scoliosis surgery. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Bleeding complications during and after orthopedic surgery are associated with increased morbidity and mortali...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Carling MS,Jeppsson A,Wessberg P,Henriksson A,Baghaei F,Brisby H

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A retrospective study of 78 patients with right thoracic idiopathic scoliosis was done. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the reliability of the integrated Shape Imaging System scan (Oxford Metrics Ltd, Oxford, UK) in detecting progression of scoliosis and the use of back shape data in predicting scoliosis progressi...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Theologis TN,Fairbank JC,Turner-Smith AR,Pantazopoulos T

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective review of prospectively collected data. OBJECTIVE:To determine the incidence and risk factors for the development of a urinary tract infection (UTI) after a posterior lumbar fusion procedure. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:UTI after surgery is common and has important clinical consequences for ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Bohl DD,Ahn J,Tabaraee E,Ahn J,Jain A,Grauer JN,Singh K

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A portion of the cervical facet joint must be resected to expose and decompress cervical nerve roots from a posterior approach. When posterior fusion is performed, it is common to remove the facet capsule only for the joints being fused. This study was performed to examine the effect of resection of the facet capsule ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Zdeblick TA,Abitbol JJ,Kunz DN,McCabe RP,Garfin S

更新日期：1993-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Lumbar vertebral segments from a large cross-sectional population of male and female sand rats were assessed for quantitative determination of lumbar endplate bone mineral density (BMD) and radiologic features. OBJECTIVE:To determine radiologic and BMD characteristics in the lumbar spines of males and fem...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Gruber HE,Gordon B,Williams C,Norton HJ,Hanley EN Jr

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A prospective, nonblinded, multicenter study of outcomes in patients undergoing single-level anterior lumbar discectomy and interbody fusion with InFUSE Bone Graft. OBJECTIVE:To determine the safety and effectiveness of InFUSE Bone Graft applied to an absorbable collagen sponge in anterior lumbar interbod...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Burkus JK,Transfeldt EE,Kitchel SH,Watkins RG,Balderston RA

更新日期：2002-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A dynamic servocontrolled torsion machine has been used to characterize cervical injury due to pure rotation of the head. Resultant force moment, torque, and applied rotation have been measured. Torque applied to the base of the skull resulted in injury to the atlantoaxial joint. No evidence of lower cervical injury w...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Myers BS,McElhaney JH,Doherty BJ,Paver JG,Gray L

更新日期：1991-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A large animal study comparing interbody fusion of a bioresorbable scaffold loaded with either low-dose recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein 2 (rhBMP-2) or bone marrow-derived multipotent stromal cells (BMSCs). OBJECTIVE:To compare the quality of fusion resulting from implantation of medical grade...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Abbah SA,Lam CX,Ramruttun AK,Goh JC,Wong HK

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A biomechanical model for studying lumbar muscle load sharing for a class of physical tasks that involve gravitational loading (holding weights) of the upper body in an erect posture is presented. The model assumes that the lumbar muscles balance the externally applied flexion and lateral bending moments. The concept ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Ladin Z,Murthy KR,De Luca CJ

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A technical report of fluoroscopically assisted percutaneous translaminar facet screw fixation after anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF). OBJECTIVES:To describe a minimally invasive translaminar facet screw fixation technique that was modified from the Magerl method, and to assess its technical feasib...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Shim CS,Lee SH,Jung B,Sivasabaapathi P,Park SH,Shin SW

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the regional variations in the use of nonoperative therapies in patients diagnosed with a lumbar intervertebral disc herniation 3 months prior to undergoing microdiscectomy surgery. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Regional...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Davison MA,Lilly DT,Desai SA,Vuong VD,Moreno J,Cheng J,Bagley C,Adogwa O

更新日期：2019-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:To inhibit β-catenin specifically signaling in chondrocytes Col2-ICAT transgenic mice were generated. Anomalies in caudal vertebrae were detected during embryonic and postnatal stages of Col2-ICAT transgenic mice. OBJECTIVE:To determine the role of canonical β-catenin signaling in caudal vertebral develop...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Shu B,Li TF,Li XF,Tang DZ,Zhang Y,Shi Q,Wang YJ,Chen D

更新日期：2013-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A prospective cohort design was used to evaluate the Functional Rating Index in a multicentered setting with 139 participants. The Functional Rating Index is a self-reporting instrument consisting of 10 items, each with 5 possible responses that express graduating degrees of disability. OBJECTIVES:The goa...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Feise RJ,Michael Menke J

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A single large family, in which adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and pectus excavatum (PE) segregate as an autosomal dominant condition, was evaluated. Genome-wide linkage analysis and candidate gene sequencing were performed. OBJECTIVE:To map the disease-causing locus in a large white family in whic...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Gurnett CA,Alaee F,Bowcock A,Kruse L,Lenke LG,Bridwell KH,Kuklo T,Luhmann SJ,Dobbs MB

更新日期：2009-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Feasibility study on the acquisition of lumbar spine kinematic data from upright magnetic resonance images obtained under heavy load carrying conditions. OBJECTIVE:To characterize the effect of the load on spinal kinematics of active Marines under typical load carrying conditions from a macroscopic and lu...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Rodríguez-Soto AE,Jaworski R,Jensen A,Niederberger B,Hargens AR,Frank LR,Kelly KR,Ward SR

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A population-based, prospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the association of early imaging and health and disability status 1 year following acute low back injury, among a population-based sample of Washington State workers' compensation claimants. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Use of early diagno...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Graves JM,Fulton-Kehoe D,Jarvik JG,Franklin GM

更新日期：2012-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Cross-sectional study. OBJECTIVE:To assess the inter- and intraobserver reliability of thoracic, spino-pelvic, and rod lengthening measurements made on biplanar spinal stereoradiography (EOS imaging) in children treated with magnetically controlled growing rod (MCGR). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:MCGR trea...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Obid P,Yiu KKL,Cheung KM,Kwan K,Ruf M,Cheung JPY

更新日期：2018-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:To analyze Boston brace biomechanics, pressure measurements and finite element simulations were done on 12 adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients. OBJECTIVES:The aim was to analyze the Boston brace effectiveness using a finite element model and experimental measurements. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Ther...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Périé D,Aubin CE,Petit Y,Beauséjour M,Dansereau J,Labelle H

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The long-term effect of Harrington instrumentation was investigated using posteroanterior radiographs and computed tomographic measurements preoperatively, postoperatively, and at a mean follow-up at 10.8 years in 33 patients with idiopathic scoliosis. No patient was lost from long-term follow-up. At follow-up, the me...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Willers U,Hedlund R,Aaro S,Normelli H,Westman L

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Prospective observational study. OBJECTIVE:To determine the discriminant validity of the Scoliosis Research Society-22 (SRS-22) health-related quality-of-life (HRQL) questionnaire for idiopathic scoliosis patients based on curve pattern and curve size. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:An important psychometric...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Asher M,Min Lai S,Burton D,Manna B

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective case review of children completing dual growing rod treatment at our institutions. Patients had a minimum of 2 years follow-up. OBJECTIVE:To identify the factors influencing dual growing rod treatment outcome followed to final fusion. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Published reports on dual gro...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Akbarnia BA,Breakwell LM,Marks DS,McCarthy RE,Thompson AG,Canale SK,Kostial PN,Tambe A,Asher MA,Growing Spine Study Group.

更新日期：2008-04-20 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Laboratory investigation, ex vivo. OBJECTIVE:Postoperative complications are common after spinal implantation procedures, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) would be the ideal modality to image these patients. Unfortunately, the implants cause artifacts that can render MRI nondiagnostic. The WARP-turbo ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Griffin JF 4th,Archambault NS,Mankin JM,Wall CR,Thompson JA,Padua A Jr,Purdy D,Kerwin SC

更新日期：2013-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Data for this study were collected as part of a prospective Food and Drug Administration regulated IDE trial for the ProDisc total disc replacement. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of the study was to compare the results of total disc replacement (TDR) in patients with previous discectomy to patients who had no suc...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Leahy M,Zigler JE,Ohnmeiss DD,Rashbaum RF,Sachs BL

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective radiographic and chart review. OBJECTIVE:To examine the relationship between lumbar total disc replacement (TDR) range of motion (ROM) and clinical outcome at 8.6-year follow-up. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:There are no studies on the relationship between TDR motion and clinical outcomes. M...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Huang RC,Girardi FP,Cammisa FP Jr,Lim MR,Tropiano P,Marnay T

更新日期：2005-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A pre- and postintervention randomized, controlled trial was conducted. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of progressive resistance exercise training using a variable-angle Roman chair on the development of lumbar extensor endurance and strength. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Progressive resistance exercise ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Verna JL,Mayer JM,Mooney V,Pierra EA,Robertson VL,Graves JE

更新日期：2002-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：:An analysis of 300 randomly drawn orthopaedic spine articles, published between 1970 and 1990, was performed to assess the quality of biostatistical testing and research design reported in the literature. Of the 300 articles, 269 dealt with topics of an experimental nature, while 31 documented descriptive studies. Sta...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Vrbos LA,Lorenz MA,Peabody EH,McGregor M

更新日期：1993-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A case report of ureteral injury as a complication incurred during a laparoscopy-assisted lumbar fusion. OBJECTIVE:To alert orthopedic surgeons to this injury, which may occur during such surgery. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Laparoscopy-assisted lumbar fusion is a minimally invasive surgical technique to ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Guingrich JA,McDermott JC

更新日期：2000-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A normative, single-group study was conducted. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the flexion relaxation phenomenon in the thoraco-lumbopelvic muscles among a pain-free population when moving from an upright to a slump sitting posture. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:The presence of the flexion relaxation phenomenon (F...

journal_title：Spine

authors： O'Sullivan P,Dankaerts W,Burnett A,Chen D,Booth R,Carlsen C,Schultz A

更新日期：2006-08-01 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 review. OBJECTIVE:To define the geographic variation in costs of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) and posterolateral fusion (PLF). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:ACDF and lumbar PLF are common procedures that are used in the treatment of spinal pathologies. To optimize value, both...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Goz V,Rane A,Abtahi AM,Lawrence BD,Brodke DS,Spiker WR

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00