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Zhu Z, Chen G, Ma T, Wang S, Tang X, Liu C. A Novel Leverage Technique Using Monoaxial Pedicle Screw for Reduction of Thoracolumbar Compression Fractures: Surgical Technique and Analysis of Radiological Parameters. Orthop Surg 2024; 16:1538-1547. [PMID: 38784977 PMCID: PMC11216827 DOI: 10.1111/os.14065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Thoracolumbar compression fractures resulting from high-energy injuries are a common type of spinal fracture. Satisfying reduction of compressive vertebra body is essential for the clinical outcome. However, traditional distraction technique may lead to complications including pedicle screw loosening, pedicle screw breakage, and postoperative back pain because of excessive distraction. In this study, we reported a novel technique for reduction. Additionally, the effect and postoperative radiological parameters of this technique were compared with those of traditional distraction technique. METHODS The clinical data of 80 patients who had been treated with posterior pedicle screw fixation from January 2019 to December 2020 was retrospectively analyzed. Thirty-six patients were performed with the leverage technique, while 22 patients were treated with the traditional distraction technique. When pedicle screw fixation was performed with either the leverage technique or the traditional distraction technique, fracture reduction was completed with monoaxial pedicle screws using either the leverage maneuver or distraction of adjacent vertebrae. Clinical evaluation, including operation time, hospital stay, blood loss volume, and postoperative complications were collected. The American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) score for neurological condition and the visual analog scale (VAS) score for pain were used to evaluate the patients' functional outcome. The radiographic analysis included local kyphotic angle (LKA), regional kyphotic angle (RKA), anterior vertebral height (AVH), posterior vertebral height (PVH), and sagittal compression (SC). The student t-test and the χ2-test (or the Fisher exact test) were used to compare the outcome measures between the two groups. RESULTS The leverage group comprised 36 patients, while 44 patients were included in the distraction group. No statistically significant differences were found in the demographic data. The VAS score in the leverage group (3.0 ± 0.8) was significantly lower than that in the distraction group (4.2 ± 0.6) on postoperative day 1. Total correction of the LKA in the leverage group (11.5 ± 2.5°) was significantly higher than that in the distraction group (7.1 ± 1.3°) (p = 0.0004). Total correction of the RKA was higher in the leverage group (12.1 ± 4.3°) than in the distraction group (6.1 ± 0.9°) (p = 0.005). The ratio of rear pillar /front pillar correction was 0.35 ± 0.13 and 0.89 ± 0.18 in the leverage and distraction groups, respectively (p = 0.014). Total correction of the upper and lower foraminal height in the leverage group was significantly less than that in the distraction group. The leverage group had significantly higher correction of the upper and lower intervertebral space height than the distraction group. CONCLUSIONS Our novel leverage technique provided better kyphotic reduction and restoration than compared to conventional distraction technique in the surgical treatment of thoracolumbar compression fractures.
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- Ziqing Zhu
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical CollegeHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyWuhanChina
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical CollegeHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyWuhanChina
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical CollegeHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyWuhanChina
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical CollegeHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyWuhanChina
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- Department of Radiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical CollegeHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyWuhanChina
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical CollegeHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyWuhanChina
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Vercoulen TF, Niemeyer MJ, Peuker F, Verlaan JJ, Oner FC, Sadiqi S. Surgical treatment of traumatic fractures of the thoracic and lumbar spine: A systematic review. BRAIN & SPINE 2024; 4:102745. [PMID: 38510618 PMCID: PMC10951763 DOI: 10.1016/j.bas.2024.102745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 12/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
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Introduction The treatment of traumatic thoracic and lumbar spine fractures remains controversial. To date no consensus exists on the correct choice of surgical approach and technique. Research question to provide a comprehensive up-to-date overview of the available different surgical methods and their quantified outcomes. Methods PubMed and EMBASE were searched between 2001 and 2020 using the term 'spinal fractures'. Inclusion criteria were: adults, ≥10 cases, ≥12 months follow-up, thoracic or lumbar fractures, and surgery <3 weeks of trauma. Studies were categorized per surgical technique: Posterior open (PO), posterior percutaneous (PP), stand-alone vertebral body augmentation (SA), anterior scopic (AS), anterior open (AO), posterior percutaneous and anterior open (PPAO), posterior percutaneous and anterior scopic (PPAS), posterior open and anterior open (POAO) and posterior open and anterior scopic (POAS). The PO group was used as a reference group. Results After duplicate removal 6042 articles were identified. A total of 102 articles were Included, in which 137 separate surgical technique cohorts were described: PO (n = 75), PP, (n = 39), SA (n = 12), AO (n = 5), PPAO (n = 1), PPAS (n = 1), POAO (n = 2) and POAS (n = 2). Discussion and conclusion For type A3/A4 burst fractures, without severe neurological deficit, posterior percutaneous (PP) technique seems the safest and most feasible option in the past two decades. If needed, PP can be combined with anterior augmentation to prevent secondary kyphosis. Furthermore, posterior open (PO) technique is feasible in almost all types of fractures. Also, this technique can provide for an additional posterior decompression or fusion. Overall, no neurologic deterioration was reported following surgical intervention.
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- Timon F.G. Vercoulen
- Diakonessenhuis, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Bosboomstraat 1, 3582, KE, Utrecht, the Netherlands
- University Medical Center Utrecht, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Heidelberglaan 100, 3584, CX, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- University Medical Center Utrecht, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Heidelberglaan 100, 3584, CX, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- University Medical Center Utrecht, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Heidelberglaan 100, 3584, CX, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- University Medical Center Utrecht, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Heidelberglaan 100, 3584, CX, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- University Medical Center Utrecht, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Heidelberglaan 100, 3584, CX, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- University Medical Center Utrecht, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Heidelberglaan 100, 3584, CX, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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Ai Y, Chen Q, Zhu C, Liu L. Letter to the editor concerning "Anterior thoracolumbar column reconstruction with the vertebral body stent-safety and efficacy" by Oswald, K.A.C., et al. (Eur Spine J [2023]: doi:10.1007/s00586-023-07537-3). EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE EUROPEAN SPINE SOCIETY, THE EUROPEAN SPINAL DEFORMITY SOCIETY, AND THE EUROPEAN SECTION OF THE CERVICAL SPINE RESEARCH SOCIETY 2023; 32:3691. [PMID: 37490141 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-023-07850-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Revised: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 06/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/26/2023]
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- Youwei Ai
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
- Department of Orthopaedics and Laboratory of Biological Tissue Engineering and Digital Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.
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Moon MS, Yu CG, Jeon JM, Wi SM. Usefulness of Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Fixation for Treatment of Lower Lumbar Burst (A3-A4) Fractures: Comparative Study with Thoracolumbar Junction Fractures. Indian J Orthop 2023; 57:1415-1422. [PMID: 37609026 PMCID: PMC10441996 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-023-00911-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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Background Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation (PPSF) without fusion has been recently recommended in the treatment of thoracolumbar fracture to reduce the adverse effects associated with the conventional open approaches and to restore range of motion. However, those studies report on the thoracolumbar junction, and there is no report on lower lumbar fracture. Purpose To assess effectiveness of PPSF without fusion for treating lower lumbar burst (A3 and A4) fractures. Methods A retrospective analysis was made to evaluate consecutive 50 patients with AO type A3 and A4 thoracolumbar fracture underwent PPSF. Patients were divided into a thoracolumbar junction (TLJ) group (T11-L2) and lower lumbar (LL) group (L3-5). The following items were measured and compared between the two groups. Vertebral height and consolidation, retropulsed fragment, sagittal curve and fixation failure were assessed with certain interval regularly. Results The average height at pre- and post-reduction were 56.2% (36.2-74.3), 95.3% (84.2-98.3) in TLJ group and 65.7% (45.7-86.2), 91% (73.1-100) in LL group. The average canal area occupancy rate at pre- and post-reduction were 46.1% (37.4%-67.5%), 38.1% (31.3%-40.8%) in TLJ group and 40.4% (15.0-65.7), 19.3% (9.4-26.6) in LL group. Consolidation was completed within 12 months after surgery in both groups. There was no significant difference between two groups in clinical and radiographic parameters except cobb angle loss. Conclusion Patients with lower lumbar fracture can be effectively managed with PPSF without fusion. PPSF following the implant removal can restore the movement of the lower lumbar spine, which is essential for daily life.
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- Myung-Sang Moon
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Cheju Halla General Hospital, Jeju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Samsung Changwon Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 158, Paryong-ro, Masanhoewon-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do 51353 Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Samsung Changwon Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, 158, Paryong-ro, Masanhoewon-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do 51353 Republic of Korea
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Hou J, Ren D, Chen Y, Geng L, Yao S, Wu H, Wang P. Effectiveness of the Endplate Reduction Technique Combined With Bone Grafting for the Treatment of Thoracolumbar Fractures by Using Posterior Short-Segment Fixation. Neurospine 2023; 20:353-364. [PMID: 37016884 PMCID: PMC10080432 DOI: 10.14245/ns.2244980.490] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of the endplate reduction (EPR) technique combined with bone grafting for treating thoracolumbar burst fractures using posterior short-segmental fixation.Methods: Patients with thoracolumbar fractures admitted between January 2018 and October 2021 were retrospectively analyzed, and those meeting the criteria were assigned to the EPR group and the intermediate screws (IS) group. The vertebral wedge angle (VWA), Cobb angle (CA), anterior vertebral body height (AVBH), middle vertebral body height (MVBH), upper endplate line (UEPL), upper intervertebral angle (UIVA), and upper intervertebral disc height (UIDH) indices were examined and compared preoperatively, first day postoperatively, as well as at 12 months postoperatively.Results: The result indicated that the EPR group achieved better MVBH reduction (p < 0.001), UEPL reduction (p < 0.001), vertebral body fracture healing (p = 0.006), as well as implant breakage (p = 0.04) than the IS group; VWA (p < 0.001), CA (p = 0.005), AVBH (p < 0.001), MVBH (p < 0.001), UEPL (p < 0.001), and UIDH (p < 0.001) were lost after reduction less than those in the IS group. There was no significant difference in operative time (p = 0.315) and intraoperative bleeding (p = 0.274) between the 2 groups.Conclusion: The EPR group achieved better results in repositioning and maintaining MVBH and endplate morphology, with less correction loss after the reduction of the VWA, CA, AVBH, and endplate morphology. The EPR group exhibited a better healing pattern after vertebral fracture and disc degeneration was better relieved.
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- Jiguang Hou
- Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
- Department of Orthopaedics, First Hospital of Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao, China
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- Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
- Corresponding Author Pengcheng Wang Orthopaedic Trauma Service Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Major Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics in Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province 050051, China
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Hashimura T, Onishi E, Ota S, Tsukamoto Y, Yamashita S, Yasuda T. Correction loss following short-segment posterior fixation for traumatic thoracolumbar burst fractures related to endplate and intervertebral disc destruction. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:174. [PMID: 36890495 PMCID: PMC9993651 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06288-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND There has been widespread use of short-segment posterior fixation (SSPF) for traumatic thoracolumbar burst fractures. The relationship between the destruction of the vertebral endplate and adjacent disc and postoperative correction loss has been studied in only a few studies. This study investigated the risk factors for correction loss following SSPF. METHODS Forty-eight patients (mean age 35.0 years) who underwent SSPF for thoracolumbar burst fractures were enrolled. The mean follow-up period was 25.7 months (12-98 months). The neurological status and postoperative back pain were assessed by the medical records. Segmental kyphotic angle (SKA) and anterior vertebral body height ratio (AVBHR) were measured radiographically to assess indirect vertebral body reduction and local kyphosis. Preoperative Sander's traumatic intervertebral disc lesion (TIDL) classification and AO classification were used to evaluate the severity of disc and vertebral endplate injury. The corrective loss was considered present if ΔSKA was ≥10°. A multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to identify the risk factors associated with postoperative loss of correction. RESULTS The fracture distribution was as follows: 10 at T12, 17 at L1, 10 at L2, 9 at L3, and 2 at L4. Vertebral fractures were classified in the following way: A3 in 13 patients, A4 in 11, B1 in 11, and B2 in 13. In 47 patients (98%), a union of the fractured vertebrae was achieved. SKA and AVBHR improved significantly after surgery from 11.6° to 3.5° and from 67.2 to 90.0%, respectively. However, the correction loss at follow-up was 10.4° and 9.7%, respectively. Twenty patients (42%) had severe TIDL (grade 3). Postoperative ΔSKA and ΔAVBHR were significantly higher in patients with TIDL grade 3 than with TIDL grade 0-2. The presence of cranial TIDL grade 3 and older age were significant risk factors for ΔSKA ≥10° on multivariate logistic regression analysis. All patients could walk at follow-up. TIDL grade 3 and ΔSKA ≥10° were associated with severe postoperative back pain. CONCLUSIONS Risk factors for loss of correction after SSPF for thoracolumbar burst fractures were severe disc and endplate destruction at the time of injury and older age.
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- Takumi Hashimura
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital 2-1-1 Minamimachi, Minatojima, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo prefecture, 650-0047, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital 2-1-1 Minamimachi, Minatojima, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo prefecture, 650-0047, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital 2-1-1 Minamimachi, Minatojima, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo prefecture, 650-0047, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital 2-1-1 Minamimachi, Minatojima, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo prefecture, 650-0047, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital 2-1-1 Minamimachi, Minatojima, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo prefecture, 650-0047, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kobe City Medical Center General Hospital 2-1-1 Minamimachi, Minatojima, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo prefecture, 650-0047, Japan
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Yin N, Du L, Pan M, Xue F, Shen Y, Ding L. Minimally invasive technique of monoaxial percutaneous screws and instrumentational maneuvers in thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures. Injury 2022; 53:4028-4032. [PMID: 36184359 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2022.09.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2022] [Revised: 09/05/2022] [Accepted: 09/16/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation (PPSF) has been a common surgery for treating thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures. Many studies have reported PPSF is associated with poor reduction. We present a reliable method by using short-segment monoaxial percutaneous screws and instrumentational maneuvers to reduce the spine. This study aimed to evaluate radiological and clinical results of this method of reduction compared to traditional polyaxial screws method in treating thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures. METHODS From February 2015 to February 2021, 64 patients with thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures in our department were retrospectively reviewed and divided into experimental group and control group according to different treatment methods. The experimental group was treated with short-segment monoaxial percutaneous screws (which were inserted at the adjacent vertebrae one level above, one level below the fracture, and the fractured vertebra) and instrumentational maneuvers method, while the control group was treated with traditional polyaxial screws method. The operation time was recorded. Visual analogue scale (VAS) and Oswestry disability index (ODI) were assessed as the clinical outcomes. The anterior height of the injured vertebra (AVH), the kyphosis cobb angle and the vertebral wedge angle were used to evaluate the fracture radiological reduction. RESULTS A total of 64 patients were enrolled including 31 in the experimental group and 33 in the control group. There were no significant difference in operation time, AVH, the kyphosis cobb angle,the wedge angle of injured vertebra,VAS and ODI score between the two groups in preoperation. In each group, there were significant differences in the AVH, the kyphosis cobb angle and wedge angle of injured vertebra between preoperation and immediate postoperation. In each group, there were significant differences in VAS and ODI score between the preoperation and last follow-up. The total correction rates of AVH,the kyphosis cobb angle and the wedge angle of injured vertebra were significantly higher in the experimental group than those in the control group, while the loss of correction was significantly lower than the control. CONCLUSIONS The reduction technique using monoaxial percutaneous screws and instrumentational maneuvers for thoracolumbar and lumbar fractures exhibited better radiological results and satisfying functional outcomes when compared to traditional polyaxial screws.
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- Nuo Yin
- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital South Campus, Shanghai Fengxian District Central Hospital. 6600 Nanfeng Road, Fengxian District, Shanghai, 201499, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital South Campus, Shanghai Fengxian District Central Hospital. 6600 Nanfeng Road, Fengxian District, Shanghai, 201499, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital South Campus, Shanghai Fengxian District Central Hospital. 6600 Nanfeng Road, Fengxian District, Shanghai, 201499, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital South Campus, Shanghai Fengxian District Central Hospital. 6600 Nanfeng Road, Fengxian District, Shanghai, 201499, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital South Campus, Shanghai Fengxian District Central Hospital. 6600 Nanfeng Road, Fengxian District, Shanghai, 201499, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People's Hospital South Campus, Shanghai Fengxian District Central Hospital. 6600 Nanfeng Road, Fengxian District, Shanghai, 201499, China.
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Noguera-Alonso L, Vilà-Canet G, De Caso-Rodriguez J, Da Ponte-Prieto A, Perez-Romera AB, Velazquez-Fragoso JJ. Influence on Therapeutic Decision-Making of Supine and Standing Radiographs after Traumatic Thoracolumbar Fracture in the Elderly. J Neurol Surg A Cent Eur Neurosurg 2022; 84:269-274. [PMID: 36100237 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1753514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Background A standing X-ray is recommended for decision-making relative to the therapy for a traumatic thoracolumbar fracture (TLF). However, standing X-ray management can be demanding in elderly patients because of pain. The goal of this study was to determine whether supine radiograph is sufficient for proper therapeutic decision-making in patients older than 65 years with acute stable traumatic TLF.
Methods Patients older than 65 years who came to the emergency department diagnosed with an acute and stable traumatic vertebral fracture between T10 and L3 (both included) were included in the study. Initially, all the patients were studied with a supine radiograph and computed tomography (CT) scan. If the TLF was stable, a standing radiograph was performed. Segmental kyphosis (SK) and visual analog scale (VAS) score were collected and compared in both the supine and standing X-ray projections.
Results Twenty-seven patients with a mean age of 76.39 (range: 65–93) years were included; most were females. The mean supine SK was 10.14degrees (SD±7.22degrees). It increased to 12.97 (SD±8.61degrees) in the standing projection (p<0.001). In 37.1% of the patients, the SK increased from 13.22degrees (SD±7.21degrees) in supine X-ray to 19.96degrees (SD±5.34degrees) in the standing position in this group. When the initial supine projection showed an SK of ≥10degrees, the mean SK observed in the standing X-ray increased to 20.5degrees (SD±5.30, p=0.321).
Conclusion Stable traumatic TLF in patients older than 65 years showing ≥10degrees of SK in supine radiography may benefit from a standing radiography to make a proper therapeutic decision.
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- Spine Department, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona, Spain
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