Gas-containing "ganglion" cyst of lumbar posterior longitudinal ligament at L3. Case report.

abstract：:Neurogenic claudication is diagnosed from a classical history and complementary spinal imaging. The abnormal signs may be few. It should be distinguished from intermittent claudication (peripheral vascular disease), referred pain from the back or root pain that is aggravated by walking, and psychological distress. Pat...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Porter RW

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of thoracic chordoma successfully treated with surgical excision is reported and described. Thoracic chordomata presenting as posterior superior mediastinal tumors occur infrequently and may be highly malignant lesions. Early radical surgery through thoracotomy provide the best hope of cure, and radiation offer...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Cotler HB,Cotler JM,Cohn HE,Israel HI,Gartland JJ

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:This study analyzed the effects of the autologous nucleus pulposus (NP) on nerve root function using electrophysiologic methods. OBJECTIVES:To investigate the chronic effects of the NP applied to nerve roots and dorsal root ganglions (DRGs) on ectopic firing and nerve conduction velocity. SUMMARY OF BACK...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Ozawa K,Atsuta Y,Kato T

更新日期：2001-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Bernardino Ramazzini was born on October 4, 1633, in the small town of Capri located in the duchy of Modula, Italy. He is credited with establishing the field of occupational medicine during his lifetime. His major contributions came after 1682, when Duke Francesco II of Modena assigned him to establish a medical depa...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Pope MH

更新日期：2004-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Patient satisfaction with the cosmetic result of spinal fusion surgery was studied in 42 cases of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Neutral or dissatisfied patients were compared with satisfied patients on several physical and psychological characteristics. OBJECTIVES:To determine whether adolescents gener...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Koch KD,Buchanan R,Birch JG,Morton AA,Gatchel RJ,Browne RH

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Systematic review. OBJECTIVE:To summarize the evidence of neurophysiological effects of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) with a high velocity low amplitude thrust (HVLA-SMT) in asymptomatic and symptomatic humans. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:HVLA-SMT is effective in reducing back pain, but its mode of ac...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Wirth B,Gassner A,de Bruin ED,Axén I,Swanenburg J,Humphreys BK,Schweinhardt P

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Population-based, case-control and case-crossover study. OBJECTIVE:To investigate associations between chiropractic visits and vertebrobasilar artery (VBA) stroke and to contrast this with primary care physician (PCP) visits and VBA stroke. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Chiropractic care is popular for neck...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Cassidy JD,Boyle E,Côté P,He Y,Hogg-Johnson S,Silver FL,Bondy SJ

更新日期：2008-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Case series. OBJECTIVE:To describe the outcomes of workers' compensation (WC) claimants who have had a lumbar intradiscal electrothermal therapy (IDET) procedure. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:IDET was developed as a less invasive treatment alternative to fusion after failure of conservative treatment for d...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Webster BS,Verma S,Pransky GS

更新日期：2004-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Multicenter case-control study. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the prevalence of back problems in adults with idiopathic scoliosis. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Information on the prevalence of back problems in adults with idiopathic scoliosis is scarce, especially in untreated individuals, males, and individual...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Grauers A,Topalis C,Möller H,Normelli H,Karlsson MK,Danielsson A,Gerdhem P

更新日期：2014-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Iliac crest wedges are commonly used in spinal fusion procedures and must be capable of withstanding considerable mechanical stress during the healing process. Physical parameters, mechanical properties, correlations among physical parameters, and correlations of mechanical properties versus physical parameters have b...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Zhang Y,Wolfinbarger L Jr

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Translation and psychometric testing. OBJECTIVE:The study aims to investigate the reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the STarT Back Screening Tool (STarT) in Chinese-speaking patients with low back pain (LBP) after translation and cultural adaptation. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:To date, n...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Luan S,Min Y,Li G,Lin C,Li X,Wu S,Ma C,Hill JC

更新日期：2014-07-15 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：STUDY DESIGN:Report of surgical technique and long-term outcome; review of prospectively gathered data and follow-up survey of patient cohort. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to review surgical technique for a trephine graft harvest technique and assess perioperative complications/pain, long-term outcome, and pati...

journal_title：Spine

authors： McLain RF,Techy F

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective clinical study. OBJECTIVE:To assess the accuracy of multilevel registration for skip pedicle screw placement during image-guided, computer-assisted spine surgery, in the setting of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Computerized frameless stereotactic image-gu...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Takahashi J,Hirabayashi H,Hashidate H,Ogihara N,Kato H

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:This cross-sectional study was carried out on 196 adults (98 men and 98 women), aged between 18 and 91 years. OBJECTIVE:To examine whether vertebral hemangiomas (VHs) are associated with other spinal pathologies, metabolic diseases, cardiovascular diseases, cancer and past trauma, to shed light on their p...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Slon V,Peled N,Abbas J,Stein D,Cohen H,Hershkovitz I

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective study. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the impact of spinal angiography on selection of surgical side in patients undergoing thoracolumbar corpectomy. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:The artery of Adamkiewicz provides the major blood supply to the thoracolumbar spinal cord. Its location makes it vulner...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Fanous AA,Lipinski LJ,Krishna C,Roger EP,Siddiqui AH,Levy EI,Leonardo J,Pollina J

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:In vitro accuracy assessment of a novel virtual fluoroscopy system. OBJECTIVES:To investigate a new technology combining image-guided surgery with C-arm fluoroscopy. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Fluoroscopy is a useful and familiar technology to all musculoskeletal surgeons. Its limitations include radiati...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Foley KT,Simon DA,Rampersaud YR

更新日期：2001-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Systematic review and meta-analysis. OBJECTIVE:To compare the treatment effects of observational studies versus randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in cervical disc arthroplasty. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:RCTs can be logistically challenging and sometimes insufficiently generalizable; well-designed obse...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Jee YM,Bak JS,Weinlander E,Anderson PA

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Prospective, single-cohort study. OBJECTIVE:To assess the minimal clinically important change (MCIC) on the Neck Disability Index (NDI) and the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) for pain in patients with neck pain. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Both measurement instruments are frequently used in research and cli...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Pool JJ,Ostelo RW,Hoving JL,Bouter LM,de Vet HC

更新日期：2007-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A prospective, within-patient comparison of two methods for functional radiography of lumbar spine with consecutive patients. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the usefulness of traction-compression radiography compared with conventional flexion-extension radiography in diagnosis of lumbar spinal instability. SUMMAR...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Pitkänen M,Manninen HI,Lindgrer KA,Turunen M,Airaksinen O

更新日期：1997-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A case of primary osteogenic sarcoma at the second cervical vertebra is reported. OBJECTIVES:To document an osteogenic sarcoma of the second cervical vertebra and its treatment, and to review the literature. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Primary osteosarcoma of the cervical spine is encountered infrequently...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Sar C,Eralp L

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To focus attention of the clinician on the anatomy and (patho)physiology of the vertebral venous system, so as to offer a tool to better understand and anticipate (potential) complications that are related to the application of percutaneous vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. BACKGROUND:Percutaneous vertebropla...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Groen RJ,du Toit DF,Phillips FM,Hoogland PV,Kuizenga K,Coppes MH,Muller CJ,Grobbelaar M,Mattyssen J

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A traditional teaching in orthopaedic surgery has been that, in cases of fusion for L4-5 discopathy or instability, one must include the lumbosacral joint. There is nothing in the literature to support this time-honored dictum. The senior author, among others, has rejected this concept; and, the authors are, therefore...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Brodsky AE,Hendricks RL,Khalil MA,Darden BV,Brotzman TT

更新日期：1989-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:In vitro experimental study. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) on the extracellular matrix (ECM) synthesis of degenerative human nucleus pulposus cells and explore the molecular mechanism. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:LIPUS has been used successfully for bone fr...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Zhang X,Hu Z,Hao J,Shen J

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A cross-sectional study of 96 patients with lumbosacral adolescent spondylolisthesis. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate whether lumbosacral kyphosis (LSK) is associated with the quality of life of patients with spondylolisthesis and to identify reference values of LSK associated with significant impairments in qualit...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Tanguay F,Labelle H,Wang Z,Joncas J,de Guise JA,Mac-Thiong JM

更新日期：2012-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Mobility of hips and lumbar spine were measured in 301 men and 175 women who were in employment but suffered from chronic or recurrent low-back pain. The degree of low-back pain (LBP) was assessed with a questionnaire. Hip flexion, extension, internal rotation, and hamstring flexibility in the men, and hip flexion and...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Mellin G

更新日期：1988-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Prospective follow-up study. OBJECTIVE:Evaluation of the diagnostic assessment and clinical significance of the intravertebral cleft in painful, long-standing osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) treated with percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Patients with pain...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Nieuwenhuijse MJ,van Rijswijk CS,van Erkel AR,Dijkstra SP

更新日期：2012-05-15 00:00:00

abstract：:In review of 871 lumbar fusion procedures performed during the last 8 years, the theoretical advantages of lumbar spinal instrumentation are not borne out in simple discogenic disease. Four groups of 30-35 patients without previous surgery who underwent fusion by different techniques were matched for age, sex, length ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Zucherman J,Hsu K,Picetti G 3rd,White A,Wynne G,Taylor L

更新日期：1992-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Experiments were carried out on cadaveric lumbar spines to determine the mechanical function of the apophyseal joints. It was found that they resist most of the intervertebral shear force and share in resisting the intervertebral compressive force, but only in lordotic postures. They prevent excessive movement from da...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Adams MA,Hutton WC

更新日期：1983-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:We describe our surgical experience to remove osteoid osteomas and osteoblastomas of the occipitocervical junction. In this location, vertebral artery vicinity requires special consideration. OBJECTIVES:We illustrate our surgical approaches to remove lesions confidently, while minimizing bone resection to...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Bruneau M,Cornelius JF,George B

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00