Study design: This is a basic science, animal research study. Objective: This study aims to explore, in rodent models, the effectiveness of systemic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in reducing recombinant…
Purpose: Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) surgery rate increased over the last decade. There is no consensus about the better shape of cage to use in TLIF. This meta-analysis was…
Purpose: Studies from developed countries suggest a dramatic increase in the utilization of spine surgery in recent decades, however less is known about spine surgery rates in the developing world.…
Abstract Background: Anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) has become an increasingly popular and effective treatment modality for various conditions of the lumbar spine. However, complications after this procedure can be…
Objective: Multiple rods are utilized in adult spinal deformity (ASD) surgery to increase construct stiffness. However, the impact of multiple rods on proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) is not well established.…
Objective: Patients with degenerative lumbar scoliosis (DLS) and neurogenic pain may be candidates for decompression alone or short-segment fusion. In this study, minimally invasive surgery (MIS) decompression (MIS-D) and MIS…
Purpose: Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO) is a potentially highly morbid surgical complication. The incidence of ACPO following spinal trauma is unknown, but is likely higher than after elective spinal fusion.…
Study design: A retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data. Objective: To report the decision-making process for DA and DF at a tertiary orthopedic center and compare the operative outcomes between…
Purpose: We aim to examine the preoperative factors associated with increased postoperative length of stay in patients undergoing LLIF in the hospital setting. Methods: Patient demographics, perioperative characteristics, and patient-reported…
Objective: To retrospectively study the efficacy of bone cement-enhanced pedicle screws combined with interbody fusion reduction in the treatment of severe lumbar spondylolisthesis, its effect on lumbar function and complications.…