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Liu J, Tan J, Wang H, Tan Y, Qi J, Chen R, Huang J, Zhu C, Tan J, Yuan W, Shi C, Xu G. Does Focal Kyphotic Deformity at Non-responsible Levels Affect the Outcomes of Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion? Orthop Surg 2024; 16:1407-1417. [PMID: 38715422 PMCID: PMC11144497 DOI: 10.1111/os.14048] [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: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 06/04/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Focal cervical kyphotic deformity (FCK) without neurologic compression is not uncommon in patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) who underwent anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) surgery. It remains unclear whether FCK at non-responsible levels needs to be treated simultaneously. This study aims to investigate whether FCK at non-responsible levels is the prognostic factor for CSM and elucidate the surgical indication for FCK. METHODS Patients with CSM who underwent ACDF between January 2016 and April 2021 were included. Patients were divided into two groups according to the presence of FCK and two classifications according to global cervical sagittal alignment. Clinical outcomes were compared using Japanese Orthopaedic Association (JOA) scores and recovery rate (RR) of neurologic function. Univariate and multivariate analysis based on RR assessed the relationship between various possible prognostic factors and clinical outcomes. The receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) was used to determine the optimal cutoff value of the focal Cobb angle to predict poor clinical outcomes. RESULTS A total of 94 patients were included, 41 with FCK and 53 without. Overall, the RR of neurologic function was significantly lower in the FCK than in the non-FCK group. Further analysis showed that the RR difference between the two groups was only observed in hypo-lordosis classification (kyphotic and sigmoid alignment), but not in the lordosis classification. Multivariate analysis showed that the preoperative focal Cobb angle in the FCK level (OR = 0.42; 95% CI = 0.18-0.97) was independently associated with clinical outcomes in the hypo-lordosis classification. The optimal cutoff point of the preoperative focal kyphotic Cobb angle was calculated at 4.05°. CONCLUSION For CSM with hypo-lordosis, FCK was a risk factor for poor postoperative outcomes. Surgeons may consider treating the FCK simultaneously if the focal kyphotic Cobb angle of FCK is greater than 4.05° and is accompanied by cervical global kyphotic or sigmoid deformity.
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- Jia Liu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
- Department of OrthopedicsThe 72nd Army Hospital of the People's Liberation ArmyHuzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical GeneticsNaval Medical UniversityShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Faculty of MedicineUniversity of SouthamptonSouthamptonUK
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology and RheumatologyThe Third Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical UniversityShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of OrthopedicsThe 72nd Army Hospital of the People's Liberation ArmyHuzhouPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Spine Center, Changzheng HospitalNaval Military Medical University (Second Military Medical University)ShanghaiPeople's Republic of China
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Zhang T, Gao G, Li Y, Gao F, Yang W, Wang Y, Guo N. Comparison of outcomes after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with and without a cervical collar: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Orthop Surg Res 2024; 19:172. [PMID: 38454504 PMCID: PMC10919030 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-024-04661-8] [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: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024] Open
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PURPOSE The clinical outcomes of patients who received a cervical collar after anterior cervical decompression and fusion were evaluated by comparison with those of patients who did not receive a cervical collar. METHODS All of the comparative studies published in the PubMed, Cochrane Library, Medline, Web of Science, and EMBASE databases as of 1 October 2023 were included. All outcomes were analysed using Review Manager 5.4. RESULTS Four studies with a total of 406 patients were included, and three of the studies were randomized controlled trials. Meta-analysis of the short-form 36 results revealed that wearing a cervical collar after anterior cervical decompression and fusion was more beneficial (P < 0.05). However, it is important to note that when considering the Neck Disability Index at the final follow-up visit, not wearing a cervical collar was found to be more advantageous. There were no statistically significant differences in postoperative cervical range of motion, fusion rate, or neck disability index at 6 weeks postoperatively (all P > 0.05) between the cervical collar group and the no cervical collar group. CONCLUSIONS This systematic review and meta-analysis revealed no significant differences in the 6-week postoperative cervical range of motion, fusion rate, or neck disability index between the cervical collar group and the no cervical collar group. However, compared to patients who did not wear a cervical collar, patients who did wear a cervical collar had better scores on the short form 36. Interestingly, at the final follow-up visit, the neck disability index scores were better in the no cervical collar group than in the cervical collar group. PROSPERO registration number: CRD42023466583.
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- Tingxin Zhang
- Department of Orthopedics, Ordos Central Hospital, 23 Ekin Hollow West Street, Ordos, 017000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ordos Central Hospital, 23 Ekin Hollow West Street, Ordos, 017000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ordos Central Hospital, 23 Ekin Hollow West Street, Ordos, 017000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ordos Central Hospital, 23 Ekin Hollow West Street, Ordos, 017000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ordos Central Hospital, 23 Ekin Hollow West Street, Ordos, 017000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ordos Central Hospital, 23 Ekin Hollow West Street, Ordos, 017000, China.
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Ordos Central Hospital, 23 Ekin Hollow West Street, Ordos, 017000, China.
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Ye S, Li DL, Kong WJ, Xin ZJ, Ao J, Liao WB, Du Q. Surgical Essentials and 2-Year Follow-Up Results of Channel Repair in Endoscopic Transcorporeal Discectomy for Cervical Disc Herniation. World Neurosurg 2024; 182:e755-e763. [PMID: 38097167 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.12.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate long-term outcomes and surgical essentials of channel repair in endoscopic transcorporeal discectomy for cervical disc herniation. METHODS From October 2019 to March 2020, 24 patients with cervical disc herniation underwent channel repair after percutaneous full-endoscopic anterior transcorporeal cervical discectomy. Five interventions were performed at C3-C4, 11 were performed at C4-C5, and 8 were performed at C5-C6. Clinical outcomes were evaluated by Neck Disability Index, Japanese Orthopaedic Association, and visual analog scale scores. Radiologic changes were evaluated with intervertebral disc height and drilled vertebral height. RESULTS All procedures were completed with a mean operating time of 86.40 ± 8.19 minutes. Swollen neck was observed in 5 patients, which resolved within 2 hours. At the final follow-up, Neck Disability Index, Japanese Orthopaedic Association, and visual analog scale scores were improved significantly compared with preoperative assessments (P < 0.05); intervertebral disc height was decreased significantly (P < 0.05); and loss of drilled vertebral height was not significant (P > 0.05). All 24 bony channels disappeared by 3 months postoperatively. No other complications were observed. CONCLUSIONS Percutaneous full-endoscopic anterior transcorporeal cervical discectomy with channel repair offers a minimally invasive and effective treatment option for patients with cervical disc herniation. This technique demonstrates favorable clinical outcomes, including preservation of cervical spine mobility and minimal complications. Although there was a significant loss of intervertebral disc height, no vertebral collapse occurred. Strict adherence to surgical indications and precautions is crucial for successful outcomes. Further research and long-term studies are required to validate the efficacy and safety of this approach in a larger patient population.
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- Sheng Ye
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Zunyi Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, Guizhou, China.
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Li J, Ao J, Hu X, Du Q, Qin J, Ji WJ, Xin Z, Liao W. Percutaneous Fully-endoscopic Anterior Transcorporeal Procedure for the Treatment of Isolated Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament in the Cervical Spine: A Case Report. Orthop Surg 2024; 16:514-520. [PMID: 38111022 PMCID: PMC10834199 DOI: 10.1111/os.13966] [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: 02/17/2023] [Revised: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND With the development of spinal endoscopic techniques, on the basis of our previous experience in treating various types of cervical disc herniation with this endoscopic technique, we took the lead in applying the percutaneous fully endoscopic anterior transcorporeal procedure to be utilized in the treatment of the isolated cervical ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL). CASE PRESENTATION A 66-year-old male patient who weighed 57 kg, with a height of 169 cm was admitted to the hospital on September 16, 2021 because of recurrent pain and numbness in the neck, shoulder, and right arm for 2 years, which as aggravated for the last 2 weeks. Two years ago, the patient developed neck and shoulder pain accompanied by right arm pain without obvious predisposing factors, and numbness in the first web space of the right hand. In the last 2 weeks, he had difficulty moving the right arm, but no pain or numbness in the contralateral arm. MRI and CT scans demonstrated that the ossified posterior longitudinal ligament of the cervical 5/6 vertebrae with spinal canal stenosis and seriously compressed the spinal cord patient was treated with a percutaneous fully endoscopic anterior transcorporeal procedure. CONCLUSION Our percutaneous fully endoscopic anterior transcorporeal procedure is a feasible, minimally invasive surgery for treating isolated ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament in the cervical spine.
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- Jin Li
- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical UniversityZunyiChina
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Rodrigues-Pinto R, Muthu S, Diniz SE, Cabrera JP, Martin CT, Agarwal N, Meisel HJ, Wang JC, Buser Z. Complications of the Use Allograft in 1- or 2-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A Systematic Review. Global Spine J 2024; 14:70S-77S. [PMID: 38421325 PMCID: PMC10913902 DOI: 10.1177/21925682231173358] [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] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Study Design: Systematic literature reviewObjective: To critically analyze the literature and describe the complications associated with the use of allograft in 1- or 2- level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)Methods: A systematic search of PubMed/MEDLINE, EMBASE, and ClinicalTrials.gov databases was conducted for literature published between January 2000 and August 2020 reporting complications associated with the use of allograft in 1- or 2- level ACDF.Results: From 584 potentially relevant citations, 21 met the inclusion criteria (4 randomized controlled trials (RCT), 4 prospective, and 13 retrospective studies). The patient number varied between 26 and 463 in comparative studies (RCT and non-RCT) and between 29 and 345 in non-comparative studies. Fusion rate was reported in 14 studies and ranged between 68.5-100%. The most frequently reported complication was post-operative dysphagia or dysphonia, with incidences ranging between .5% and 14.4%. Revision surgery was the second most reported complication (14 studies) and ranged between 0% and 10.3%. Wound-related complications were reported in 6 studies and ranged between 0% and 22.8%.Conclusion: The overall reporting of complications was low with very few comparative studies. Reported complications with allografts are within the range of other osteobiologics and autografts and in most cases may not attributable to the use of osteobiologics and may be complications of the procedure itself. Comparative studies with a more robust methodology analyzing complications with allograft and other osteobiologics are needed to inform current practice with strong recommendations.
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- Ricardo Rodrigues-Pinto
- Spinal Unit (UVM), Department of Orthopaedics, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Do Porto, Portugal
- Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas Abel Salazar, Universidade Do Porto, Portugal
- Hospital CUF Trindade, Porto, Portugal
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Government Medical College, Dindigul, India
- Orthopaedic Research Group, Coimbatore, India
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- Spinal Unit (UVM), Department of Orthopaedics, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Do Porto, Portugal
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital Clínico Regional de Concepción, Concepción, Chile
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- Department of Neurosurgery, BG Klinikum Bergmannstrost Halle, Germany
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- Department of Neurosurgery, BG Klinikum Bergmannstrost Halle, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Department of Neurosurgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Gerling Institute, Brooklyn, NY, USA
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, NY, USA
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Dewar C, Ravindra VM, Woodle S, Scanlon M, Shields M, Yokoi H, Meister M, Porensky P, Bossert S, Ikeda DS. Effect of Fusion and Arthroplasty for Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease in Active Duty Service Members Performed at an Overseas Military Treatment Facility: A 2-Year Retrospective Analysis. Mil Med 2023; 188:e3454-e3462. [PMID: 37489817 DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usad280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/26/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Among U.S. military active duty service members, cervicalgia, cervical radiculopathy, and myelopathy are common causes of disability, effecting job performance and readiness, often leading to medical separation from the military. Among surgical therapies, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) and cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA) are options in select cases; however, elective surgeries performed while serving overseas (OCONUS) have not been studied. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective analysis of a prospectively collected surgical database from an OCONUS military treatment facility over a 2-year period (2019-2021) was queried. Patient and procedural data were collected to include ACDF or CDA surgery, military rank, age, tobacco use, pre- and post-operative visual analogue scales for pain, and presence of radiographic fusion after surgery for ACDF patients or heterotopic ossification for CDA patients. Chi-square and Student t-test analyses were performed to identify variables associated with return to full duty. RESULTS A total of 47 patients (25 ACDF and 22 CDA) underwent surgery with an average follow-up of 192.1 days (range 7-819 days). Forty-one (87.2%) patients were able to return to duty without restrictions; 10.6% of patients remained on partial or limited duty at latest follow-up and one patient was medically separated from the surgical cohort. There was one complication and one patient required tour curtailment from overseas duty for ongoing symptoms. CONCLUSIONS Both ACDF and CDA are effective and safe surgical procedures for active duty patients with cervicalgia, cervical radiculopathy, and cervical myelopathy. They can be performed OCONUS with minimal interruption to the patient, their family, and the military unit, while helping to maintain surgical readiness for the surgeon and the military treatment facility.
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- Callum Dewar
- Department of Neurosurgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Naval Medical Center San Diego, San Diego, CA 92134, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Naval Medical Center San Diego, San Diego, CA 92134, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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Alhammoud A, Korytkowski PD, Lavelle WF, Tallarico RA. The Outcomes of Revision Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion Using a Stand-Alone Implant Versus Traditional Interbody Polyetheretherketone Cage, Titanium Plate, and Screw Instrumentation. Cureus 2023; 15:e49246. [PMID: 38143630 PMCID: PMC10739182 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) is the standard surgical procedure for cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy, although ACDF includes risks of adjacent segment disease (ASD) and subsequent revision procedures. Various interbody cage, plate, and screw options can be utilized. Stand-alone devices were designed to overcome undesired complications of hardware prominence and associated dysphagia, soft tissue violation, and adjacent level encroachment. Implants include biomechanical structural support (cage) composed of various materials (polyetheretherketone (PEEK)/titanium) and integral fixation (screws/blades). The purpose was to compare intraoperative, short- and long-term outcomes of revision ACDF using a stand-alone implant (ACDF-ZP group) versus traditional interbody PEEK cage, titanium plate, and screw instrumentation (ACDF-CP group). METHODS This was a retrospective, cohort study reviewing charts of patients who underwent revision ACDF. The primary outcome measure was the incidence of postoperative dysphagia. Secondary outcomes included intraoperative, short-term, and long-term outcomes and complications. RESULTS Sixty-one patients were included (ACDF-ZP group = 50; ACDF-CP group = 11). In-hospital incidence of dysphagia was significantly less in the ACDF-CP group (P = 0.041). Thrity-one (62.0%) of the ACDF-ZP group reported dysphagia postoperatively, half resolved by 6 weeks, and two persisted for more than 6 months. Five (45.5%) of the ACDF-CP group reported dysphagia with most resolving within 6 weeks. There were no statistically significant differences between groups in short- or long-term complications, dysphonia, or reoperation rates. No statistical significance was seen in blood loss, operative time, hospital stay, local and global alignment, or cage subsidence. CONCLUSION Rates of dysphagia were comparable between groups at short and long-term follow-up, despite a greater incidence of postoperative dysphagia in the ACDF-ZP group. All complications and occurrences of cage subsidence were observed in the ACDF-ZP group, which may be attributed to the larger sample size. Given these findings, zero-profile stand-alone implants and traditional interbody PEEK cage, titanium plate, and screw instrumentation appear to be both safe and effective options for revision ACDF.
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- Orthopedic Surgery, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA
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- Orthopedic Surgery, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA
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- Orthopedic Surgery, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, USA
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Calek AK, Winkler E, Farshad M, Spirig JM. Pseudoarthrosis after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: rate of occult infections and outcome of anterior revision surgery. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:688. [PMID: 37644445 PMCID: PMC10464399 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06819-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Pseudoarthrosis after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is relatively common and can result in revision surgery. The aim of the study was to analyze the outcome of patients who underwent anterior revision surgery for pseudoarthrosis after ACDF. METHODS From 99 patients with cervical revision surgery, ten patients (median age: 48, range 37-74; female: 5, male: 5) who underwent anterior revision surgery for pseudoarthrosis after ACDF with a minimal follow up of one year were included in the study. Microbiological investigations were performed in all patients. Computed tomography (CT) scans were used to evaluate the radiological success of revision surgery one year postoperatively. Clinical outcome was quantified with the Neck Disability Index (NDI), the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for neck and arm pain, and the North American Spine Society Patient Satisfaction Scale (NASS) 12 months (12-60) after index ACDF surgery. The achievement of the minimum clinically important difference (MCID) one year postoperatively was documented. RESULTS Occult infection was present in 40% of patients. Fusion was achieved in 80%. The median NDI was the same one year postoperatively as preoperatively (median 23.5 (range 5-41) versus 23.5 (7-40)), respectively. The MCID for the NDI was achieved 30%. VAS-neck pain was reduced by a median of 1.5 points one year postoperatively from 8 (3-8) to 6.5 (1-8); the MCID for VAS-neck pain was achieved in only 10%. Median VAS-arm pain increased slightly to 3.5 (0-8) one year postoperatively compared with the preoperative value of 1 (0-6); the MCID for VAS-arm pain was achieved in 14%. The NASS patient satisfaction scale could identify 20% of responders, all other patients failed to reach the expected benefit from anterior ACDF revision surgery. 60% of patients would undergo the revision surgery again in retrospect. CONCLUSION Occult infections occur in 40% of patients who undergo anterior revision surgery for ACDF pseudoarthrosis. Albeit in a small cohort of patients, this study shows that anterior revision surgery may not result in relevant clinical improvements for patients, despite achieving fusion in 80% of cases. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Retrospective study, level III.
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- Anna-Katharina Calek
- Department of Orthopedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, Zurich, CH-8008, Switzerland.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, Zurich, CH-8008, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, Zurich, CH-8008, Switzerland
- Balgrist University Hospital, University Spine Center Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Balgrist University Hospital, University Spine Center Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Lambrechts MJ, Issa TZ, Toci GR, D'Antonio ND, Karamian BA, Tecce E, Fras S, Kaye ID, Woods BI, Kepler CK, Vaccaro AR, Schroeder GD, Hilibrand AS, Canseco JA. Soft Cervical Orthosis Use Does Not Improve Fusion Rates After One-Level and Two-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. World Neurosurg 2022; 167:e1461-e1467. [PMID: 36174948 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.09.095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Revised: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine if postoperative soft cervical orthosis use affects arthrodesis rates on a per-level or construct basis after 1-level and 2-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). METHODS Electronic medical records were queried for 1-level and 2-level primary ACDF between 2016 and 2019 at a single academic center. Surgeons prescribed either a soft cervical orthosis or no orthosis. Pseudarthrosis rates were evaluated by dynamic cervical spine radiographs with arthrodesis defined by <1 mm of interspinous motion. Continuous and categorical data were compared using analysis of variance or χ2 tests. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to examine independent predictors of pseudarthrosis. RESULTS A total of 316 unique patients (504 instrumented levels) met the inclusion criteria. Eighty-four percent of patients were prescribed a soft cervical orthosis. Overall, arthrodesis occurred at 344 (80.9%) and 62 (78%) levels in patients with and without cervical orthosis, respectively. When evaluating patients placed in a cervical orthosis versus those who were not, there were no differences in pseudarthrosis or revision rates. Further, there were no differences in pseudarthrosis on a per-level basis. Further, cervical orthosis use was not an independent predictor of pseudarthrosis (odds ratio, 0.86; 95% confidence interval, 0.47-1.57; P =0.623) on multivariate analysis. CONCLUSIONS Postoperative placement of soft cervical orthoses after 1-level or 2-level ACDF was not associated with improved arthrodesis or reduced rate of revision surgery.
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- Mark J Lambrechts
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Wang X, Lin Y, Wang Q, Gao L, Feng F. A Bibliometric Analysis of the Top 100 Cited Articles in Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. J Pain Res 2022; 15:3137-3156. [PMID: 36311292 PMCID: PMC9604433 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s375720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Study design A bibliometric analysis. Objective To identify and analyze the top 100 cited articles in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. Summary of Background Data Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is one of the most routine surgical procedures in spine surgery. Many surgeons and academics have researched ACDF thoroughly and published numerous articles. However, there is no relevant bibliometric analysis. Therefore, our study aims to identify and analyze the top 100 cited articles in ACDF to identify the research trends. Methods We searched the Web of Science (WOS) Core Collection database with restrictions and identified the top 100 cited publications in ACDF for analysis. Results The citation counts of the top 100 cited publications ranged from 37 to 361 (mean 67.42). All studies were published between 2008 and 2019, with 2013 and 2015 the most prolific years. The journals Spine and Journal of Neurosurgery-Spine provided the majority of the articles. Overall, the 100 articles came from 12 countries, with the United States being the top producer, followed by China and South Korea. The most frequent keywords were "spine", "anterior cervical discectomy and fusion", "interbody fusion", 'arthrodesis', "follow-up", "decompression", and "ACDF". Conclusion ACDF has been regarded as a classical gold standard in anterior cervical surgery, and the emergence of new surgical procedures has not affected its status. Cervical disc arthroplasty still needs further research and development. As the first bibliometric analysis of ACDF, this bibliometric study is meant to provide guidance for clinicians and scholars to research the development trend of this field.
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- Xun Wang
- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang310053, People’s Republic of China
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- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang310053, People’s Republic of China
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- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang310053, People’s Republic of China
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- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang310053, People’s Republic of China
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- Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital (Affiliated People’s Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310014, People’s Republic of China,Correspondence: Fabo Feng, Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital (Affiliated People’s Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310014, People’s Republic of China, Email
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Luyao H, Xiaoxiao Y, Tianxiao F, Yuandong L, Ping Wang. Management of Cervical Spondylotic Radiculopathy: A Systematic review. Global Spine J 2022; 12:1912-1924. [PMID: 35324370 PMCID: PMC9609507 DOI: 10.1177/21925682221075290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE (1) To evaluate the effects of surgery and conservative treatments for cervical spondylotic radiculopathy and (2) provide reference for choosing the time and method of treatment. METHODS A literature search was performed using PubMed, EMbase, The Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and ClinicalTrials from inception to September 2021. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the use of surgery or conservative Treatments in Cervical Spondylotic Radiculopathy (CSR) were selected. The primary outcomes were the neck and arm visual analog scale (VAS) and Neck Disability Index (NDI). Secondary outcomes included active range of cervical motion (ROM) and Mental Health. Two reviewers proceeded study selection and quality assessment. RESULTS A total of 6 studies, which comprised a total of 464 participants were included in the final meta-analysis. Compared with conservative treatment, surgical treatment was more effective in lowering Neck-VAS (<3 m: MD = -29.44, 95% CI = (-41.62,-17.27), P < .00001; 3-6 M: MD = -20.97, 95% CI = (-26.36,-15.57), P < .00001; 6 M: MD = -13.40, 95% CI = (-19.39, -7.41), P<.0001; 12 M: MD=-15.53, 95% CI=(-28.38, -2.68), P=.02), Arm-VAS(<3 m: MD = -33.52, 95% CI = (-39.89, -27.16), P < .00001; 3-6 M: MD = -20.97, 95% CI = (-26.36, -15.57), P < .00001; 6 M: MD = -17.52, 95% CI=(-23.94, -11.11), P < .0001; 12 M: MD = -21.91, 95% CI=(-27.09, -16.72), P < .00001) and NDI (<3 m: MD = -8.89, 95% CI = (-11.17, -6.61), P < .00001; 6 M: MD = -5.14, 95% CI = (-7.60, -2.69), P < .0001). No significant difference was observed in NDI at 12-month time point (MD = -5.17, 95% CI = (-12.33, 2.00), P = .16), ROM(MD = 2.91, 95% CI = (-4.51, 10.33), P = .77) and Mental Health (MD = .05, 95% CI=(-.24, .33), P = .74). CONCLUSION The 6 included studies that had low risk of bias, providing high-quality evidence for the surgical efficacy of CSR. The evidence indicates that surgical treatment is better than conservative treatment in terms of VAS score and NDI score, and superior to conservative treatment in less than one year. There was no evidence of a difference between surgical and conservative care in ROM and mental health. A small sample study with a follow-up of 5 to 8 years showed that surgical treatment was still better than conservative treatment, but the sample size was small and the results should be carefully interpreted.Compared with conservative treatment, surgical treatment had a faster onset of response, especially in pain relief, but did not have a significant advantage in range of motion or NDI. This seems to mean that for patients with severe or even unbearable pain, the benefits of surgery as soon as possible will be significant. Although it is not clear whether the short-term risks of surgery are outweighed by the long-term benefits, rapid pain relief is necessary. Conservative treatment (including medical exercise therapy, mechanical cervical tractions, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, pain management education, and cervical collar) once or twice a week for 3 months is beneficial in the long term and avoids the risks of surgery. In consideration of the good natural history of CSR and the relatively good outcome of conservative treatment (although symptom relief is slow), we think that surgery is not necessary for patients who do not need rapid pain relief.
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- Huo Luyao
- Orthopedics department, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China,National Clinical Research Center for Chinese
Medicine Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tianjin, China
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- Orthopedics department, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China,National Clinical Research Center for Chinese
Medicine Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tianjin, China
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- Orthopedics department, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China,National Clinical Research Center for Chinese
Medicine Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tianjin, China
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- Orthopedics department, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China,National Clinical Research Center for Chinese
Medicine Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tianjin, China
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Bakare AA, Smitherman AD, Fontes RBV, O'Toole JE, Deutsch H, Traynelis VC. Comparison of Fusion vs Nonunion After 4-Level and 5-Level Anterior Cervical Diskectomy and Fusion With Anterior Plate Fixation. Neurosurgery 2022; 91:764-774. [PMID: 35951736 DOI: 10.1227/neu.0000000000002108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Nonunion remains a concern in multilevel anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), yet there are limited data on nonunion after 4 to 5-level ACDF. In fact, the largest series on 4-level or 5-level ACDF focused specifically on the swallowing outcomes. OBJECTIVE To assess nonunion after 4 to 5-level ACDF. METHODS Forty-one patients treated with 4 to 5-level ACDF with minimum of 12-month radiographic follow-up were retrospectively reviewed. Nonunion was found in 25 patients (61%) and 42 levels (25%) and complete fusion in 16 (39%) patients and 126 levels (75%). The 2 groups were further compared. RESULTS One-level nonunion was by far the most common pattern compared with multilevel nonunion. Nonunion occurred more frequently at the caudal than the cranial or middle segments (P < .0001). There were significantly more subsidence (P < .0001) and screw fractures/pullouts (P < .0001) in the nonunion compared with the fusion group. The symptomatic patients were significantly younger than the asymptomatic patients (P = .044). The symptomatic levels were significantly more than asymptomatic levels (P = .048). Equal proportion of patients implanted with allograft and polyetheretherketone had nonunion. However, there were markedly more nonunion than fused levels with allograft and more fused than nonunion levels with polyetheretherketone (P = .023). The reoperation rate was 24.4% and mostly due to nonunion. There were no reoperations within 90 days of the primary surgery. CONCLUSION The nonunion rate for 4-level and 5-level ACDF may be higher than previously reported. Symptomatic nonunion remains a major reason for reoperation after multilevel ACDF. Baseline characteristics that negatively affect fusion may be obviated by careful patient selection.
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- Adewale A Bakare
- Department of Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Baxter Regional Neurosurgery & Spine Clinic, Mountain Home, Arkansas, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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The Variability and Contributions to Cost of Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Constructs. Clin Spine Surg 2022:01933606-990000000-00054. [PMID: 35943872 DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000001371] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2021] [Accepted: 06/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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STUDY DESIGN This was a retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE To characterize the variability in cost for anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) constructs and to identify key predictors of procedural cost. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA ACDF is commonly performed for surgical treatment of cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy. Numerous biomechanical constructs and graft/biological options are available, with most demonstrating relatively equivalent clinical results. Despite the substantial focus on value in spine care, the differences and contributions to procedural cost in ACDF have not been well defined. MATERIALS AND METHODS We evaluated the records of patients who underwent a single level ACDF from 2016 to 2020 at 4 hospitals in a major metropolitan area. We abstracted demographics, insurance status, operative time, diagnosis, surgeon, institution, and components of procedural costs. Costs based on construct were compared using multivariable adjusted analyses using negative binomial regression. The primary outcome measures were cost differences between ACDF techniques. RESULTS Two hundred sixty-four patients were included, with procedures by 13 surgeons across 4 institutions. The total procedural cost for ACDF had a mean of US$2317 with wide variation (range, US$967-US$7370). Multivariable analysis revealed body mass index and use of polyether ether ketone to be correlated with increased cost while carbon fiber and autograft correlated with decreased cost. When comparing standalone device constructs to cases with anterior instrumentation (plate/screws), the total cost was significantly higher in the plate/screw group (US$2686±US$921 vs. US$1466±US$878, P<0.001). CONCLUSIONS We encountered wide variation in procedural costs associated with ACDF, including as much as an 8-fold difference in the cost of constructs. The most important drivers included instrumentation type and implant materials. Here, we identify potential targets of opportunity for health care organizations that are looking to reduce variance in procedural expenditures to improve health care savings associated with the performance of ACDF.
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Mao Y, Jindong Z, Zhaohui F. Is brace necessary after cervical surgery: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e29791. [PMID: 35801768 PMCID: PMC9259153 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000029791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Currently, there are increasing surgical treatments for neck pain. However, whether to use cervical brace after operation remains poorly defined. We aim to clear the clinical efficacy of the use of cervical brace after cervical surgery. METHODS We searched for relevant studies in 8 electronic databases up to March 2021. The mean difference and 95% confidence intervals were used for continuous data. Cochrane Collaboration's tool was used to assess the risk of bias. The data were collected and input into the Review Manager 5.3 software (The Cochrane Collaboration, Copenhagen, Denmark). RESULTS Four randomized controlled trials were finally included in our study. For pain, the pooled analysis showed that postoperative neck brace compared with no brace can relieve neck pain at all follow-up periods except 6 months. For neck disability index, the result showed that postoperative neck brace compared with no brace can improve neck disability index during the 3 to 12 month follow-up period. However, no significant difference was identified between 2 groups within the follow-up of 6 weeks after surgery. In addition, the result tends to get the opposite at follow-up of 24 months. For 36-Short form health survey Physical Component Summary, there was no significant difference between 2 groups in the early 3 weeks after surgery, but the results were changed after 3 weeks. For 36-short form health survey Mental Component Summary, there appears to be no significant change between 2 groups at all time intervals. CONCLUSION Wearing a cervical brace after cervical surgery is conducive to improving symptoms after cervical surgery at different stages. However, there is no relevant evidence indicating it can improve the mental health of postoperative patients. Higher quality, large prospective randomized studies are needed to verify the current conclusions.
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- Yang Mao
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
- Anhui University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
- Diabetes Institute, Anhui Academy of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
- Key Laboratory of Xin'an Medicine, Ministry of Education, Hefei, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
- Diabetes Institute, Anhui Academy of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
- Key Laboratory of Xin'an Medicine, Ministry of Education, Hefei, China
- *correspondence: Zhaohui Fang, Department of Endocrinology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China (e-mail: )
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Lin M, Paul R, Shapiro SZ, Doulgeris J, O'Connor TE, Tsai CT, Vrionis FD. Biomechanical Study of Cervical Endplate Removal on Subsidence and Migration in Multilevel Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. Asian Spine J 2022; 16:615-624. [PMID: 35263829 DOI: 10.31616/asj.2021.0424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Study Design This study compares four cervical endplate removal procedures, validated by finite element models. Purpose To characterize the effect of biomechanical strength and increased contact area on the maximum von Mises stress, migration, and subsidence between the cancellous bone, endplate, and implanted cage. Overview of Literature Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) has been widely used for treating patients with degenerative spondylosis. However, no direct correlations have been drawn that incorporate the impact of the contact area between the cage and the vertebra/endplate. Methods Model 1 (M1) was an intact C2C6 model with a 0.5 mm endplate. In model 2 (M2), a cage was implanted after removal of the C4-C5 and C5-C6 discs with preservation of the osseous endplate. In model 3 (M3), 1 mm of the osseous endplate was removed at the upper endplate. Model 4 (M4) resembles M3, except that 3 mm of the osseous endplate was removed. Results The range of motion (ROM) at C2C6 in the M2-M4 models was reduced by at least 9º compared to the M1 model. The von Mises stress results in the C2C3 and C3C4 interbody discs were significantly smaller in the M1 model and slightly increased in the M2-M3 and M3-M4 models. Migration and subsidence decreased from the M2-M3 model, whereas further endplate removal increased the migration and subsidence as shown in the transition from M3 to M4. Conclusions The M3 model had the least subsidence and migration. The ROM was higher in the M3 model than the M2 and M4 models. Endplate preparation created small stress differences in the healthy intervertebral discs above the ACDF site. A 1 mm embedding depth created the best balance of mechanical strength and contact area, resulting in the most favorable stability of the construct.
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- Maohua Lin
- Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Marcus Neuroscience Institute, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Marcus Neuroscience Institute, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
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- Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Marcus Neuroscience Institute, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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Circumferential Decompression Technique of Posterior Endoscopic Cervical Foraminotomy. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 2022:5873333. [PMID: 35111847 PMCID: PMC8803431 DOI: 10.1155/2022/5873333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2021] [Revised: 09/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Objective Cervical osseous foraminal stenosis (COFS) results from the uncinate process and facet hyperostosis. Currently, the optimal surgical technique for the treatment of COFS remains controversial. Materials and Methods Patients with COFS presenting radiculopathy underwent posterior endoscopic cervical foraminotomy by the circumferential decompression technique. The neck disability index (NDI), the visual analogue scale (VAS), and the modified MacNab criteria were used to evaluate the outcomes. In addition, the range of motion (ROM) and the slippage distance between the operated vertebrae in flexion-extension position were measured to evaluate the stability of the cervical spine. Results There were 24 consecutive patients in the study. The mean follow-up period was 16.2 months (range: 12-26 months). The NDI and VAS scores for arm/neck pain improved significantly from preoperatively to the last follow-up. The satisfaction rate by modified MacNab criteria was 91.7% on the third postoperative day and 100% on the day of final follow-up. There were no significant differences in intervertebral ROM or slippage distance between the last follow-up and preoperatively (P = 0.968, P = 0.394). Arm pain occurred in one patient, and sustained fingers numbness in two patients, but these symptoms resolved at the last follow-up. Conclusions Posterior endoscopic cervical foraminotomy by the circumferential decompression technique is a safe and effective treatment for COFS. Moreover, it preserves the stability and physiological mobility of the cervical spine.
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Passias PG, Horn SR, Oh C, Poorman GW, Bortz C, Segreto F, Lafage R, Diebo B, Scheer JK, Smith JS, Shaffrey CI, Eastlack R, Sciubba DM, Protopsaltis T, Kim HJ, Hart RA, Lafage V, Ames CP. Predictive model for achieving good clinical and radiographic outcomes at one-year following surgical correction of adult cervical deformity. JOURNAL OF CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION AND SPINE 2021; 12:228-235. [PMID: 34728988 PMCID: PMC8501815 DOI: 10.4103/jcvjs.jcvjs_40_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Background For cervical deformity (CD) surgery, goals include realignment, improved patient quality of life, and improved clinical outcomes. There is limited research identifying patients most likely to achieve all three. Objective The objective is to create a model predicting good 1-year postoperative realignment, quality of life, and clinical outcomes following CD surgery using baseline demographic, clinical, and radiographic factors. Methods Retrospective review of a multicenter CD database. CD patients were defined as having one of the following radiographic criteria: Cervical sagittal vertical axis (cSVA) >4 cm, cervical kyphosis/scoliosis >10°° or chin-brow vertical angle >25°. The outcome assessed was whether a patient achieved both a good radiographic and clinical outcome. The primary analysis was stepwise regression models which generated a dataset-specific prediction model for achieving a good radiographic and clinical outcome. Model internal validation was achieved by bootstrapping and calculating the area under the curve (AUC) of the final model with 95% confidence intervals. Results Seventy-three CD patients were included (61.8 years, 58.9% F). The final model predicting the achievement of a good overall outcome (radiographic and clinical) yielded an AUC of 73.5% and included the following baseline demographic, clinical, and radiographic factors: mild-moderate myelopathy (Modified Japanese Orthopedic Association >12), no pedicle subtraction osteotomy, no prior cervical spine surgery, posterior lowest instrumented vertebra (LIV) at T1 or above, thoracic kyphosis >33°°, T1 slope <16 and cSVA <20 mm. Conclusions Achievement of a positive outcome in radiographic and clinical outcomes following surgical correction of CD can be predicted with high accuracy using a combination of demographic, clinical, radiographic, and surgical factors, with the top factors being baseline cSVA <20 mm, no prior cervical surgery, and posterior LIV at T1 or above.
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- Peter Gust Passias
- Department of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York Spine Institute, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York Spine Institute, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York Spine Institute, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York Spine Institute, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York Spine Institute, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York Spine Institute, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Johns Hopkins Medical Center, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York Spine Institute, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Passias PG, Pierce KE, Imbo B, Krol O, Passfall L, Tretiakov P, Moattari K, Williamson T, Joujon-Roche R, Passano B, Ahmad W, Naessig S, Diebo B. What are the major drivers of outcomes in cervical deformity surgery? JOURNAL OF CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION AND SPINE 2021; 12:401-405. [PMID: 35068823 PMCID: PMC8740818 DOI: 10.4103/jcvjs.jcvjs_106_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2021] [Accepted: 11/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Context: Cervical deformity (CD) correction is becoming more challenging and complex. Understanding the factors that drive optimal outcomes has been understudied in CD corrective surgery. Purpose: The purpose of the study was to weight baseline (BL) factors on impact upon outcomes following CD surgery. Study Design Setting: This was a retrospective review of a single-center database. Patient Sample: The sample size of the study was 61 cervical patients. Outcome Measures: Two outcomes were measured: “Improved outcome (IO)”: (1) radiographic improvement: “nondeformed” Schwab pelvic tilt (PT)/sagittal vertical axis (SVA) and Ames cervical sagittal vertical axis (cSVA)/T1 Slope – cervical lordosis (TSCL); (2) clinical: MCID Euro-QOL 5 Dimension (EQ5D), Neck Disability Index (NDI), or improvement in modified Japanese Orthopedic Association (mJOA) scale modifier; and (3) complications/reoperation: no reoperation or major complications and “poor outcome” (PO): (1) radiographic deterioration: “moderate” or “severely” deformed Schwab SVA/PT and Ames cSVA/TS-CL; (2) clinical: not meeting MCID EQ5D and NDI worsening in mJOA modifier; and (3) complications/reoperation: reoperation or complications. Materials and Methods: CD patients included full BL and 1-year (1Y) radiographic measures and Health related quality of life (HRQLs) questionnaires. Patients who underwent a reoperation for infection were excluded. Patients were categorized by IO, PO, or not. Random forest assessed ratios of predictors for IO and PO. Categorical regression models predicted how BL regional deformity (Ames cSVA, TS-CL, and horizontal gaze), BL global deformity (Schwab PI-LL, SVA, and PT), regional/global change (BL to 1Y), BL disability (mJOA score), and BL pain/function impact outcomes. Results: Sixty-one patients were included in the study (55.8 years, 54.1% of females). Surgical approach included 18.3% anterior, 51.7% posterior, and 30% combined. The average number of levels fused for the cohort was 7.7. Mean operative time was 823 min, and estimated blood loss (EBL): 1037ccs. At 1Y, 24.6% had an IO and 9.8% had PO. Random forest analysis showed the top five individual factors associated with an IO: BL maximum kyphosis, maximum lordosis, C0–C2, L4 pelvic angle, and NSR back pain (80% radiographic, 20% clinical). Categorical IO regression model (R2 = 0.328, P = 0.007) showed low BL regional deformity (β = ‒0.082), low BL global deformity (β = ‒0.099), global improvement (β = ‒0.532), regional improvement (β = ‒0.230), low BL disability (β = ‒0.100), and low BL NDI (β = ‒0.024). Random forest demonstrated the top five individual BL factors associated with PO, 80% were radiographic: BL CL apex, DJK angle, cervical lordosis, T1 slope, and NSR neck pain. Categorical PO regression model (R2 = 0.306, P = 0.012) showed high BL regional deformity (β = ‒0.108), high BL global deformity (β = ‒0.255), global decline (β = ‒0.272), regional decline (β = 0.443), BL disability (β = −‒0.164), BL and severe NDI (>69) (β = ‒0.181). Conclusions: Categorical weight demonstrated radiographic as the strongest predictor of both improved (global alignment) and PO (regional deformity/deterioration). Radiographic factors carry the most weight in determining an improved or PO, and can be ultimately utilized in preoperative planning and surgical decision-making to optimize outcomes.
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- Peter Gust Passias
- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurologic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York Spine Institute, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, SUNY Downstate, New York, NY, USA
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R Soliman MA, Alkhamees AF, Khan A, Shamisa A. Instrumented Four-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: Long-Term Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes. Neurol India 2021; 69:937-943. [PMID: 34507416 DOI: 10.4103/0028-3886.323898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Background There is a paucity of data on outcomes following four-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusions (ACDFs), especially the sagittal balance (SB) parameters. Objective We aimed to review the long-term clinical and radiographic outcomes for 41 consecutive patients that underwent instrumented four-level ACDF. Materials and Methods Records of 27 men and 14 women, aged 40-68 years, who underwent instrumented four-level ACDF and plating at C3-C7 (n = 37) or C4-T1 (n = 4) were retrospectively analyzed. Clinical outcomes that were assessed were the visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, neck disability index (NDI), Odom's criteria, improvement of symptoms, intraoperative and postoperative complications, SB, and need for revision surgery. Results The mean follow-up was 65 ± 36.3 months. The mean VAS for arm and neck pain significantly improved from 7.7 ± 1.4 to 3.5 ± 1.7 (P < 0.001). The NDI score significantly improved from 31 ± 8.2 to 19.3 ± 8.1 (P < 0.001). Concerning Odom's criteria, the grades were excellent (14), good (17), fair (9), and poor (1). Concerning intraoperative and postoperative complications, 10 cases developed dysphagia, 3 cases developed temporary dysphonia, 2 cases developed a postoperative hematoma, 1 patient developed C5 palsy, 1 vertebral artery (VA) injury, and 1 case had superficial infection. The average length of stay (LOS) was 2.9 ± 3.7 days. Three patients needed another surgery (one adjacent segment and two posterior foraminotomies). Regarding the mean change in SB parameters, Cobb's angle (CA) (C2-C7) was 14° ± 8.3°, fusion angle (FA) was 10.9 ± 10.9°, cervical straight vertical alignment (cSVA) was 0.6 ± 0.5 cm, T1 slope was 2.3° ± 3.4°, and disc height (DH) was 1.3 ± 0.9 mm. Conclusion Instrumented four-level ACDF is safe with a satisfactory outcome and supplementary posterior fusion was not required in any case.
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- Mohamed A R Soliman
- Department of Neurosurgery, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt; Department of Neurosurgery, Western University, Windsor Campus, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Western University, Windsor Campus, Windsor, Ontario, Canada; Department of Neurosurgery, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at University at Buffalo, United States
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Western University, Windsor Campus, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
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Young adults undergoing ACDF surgery exhibit decreased health-related quality of life in the long term in comparison to the general population. Spine J 2021; 21:924-936. [PMID: 33545372 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2021.01.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2020] [Revised: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT The leading surgical treatment of cervical radiculopathy is anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). However, it has been suggested that ACDF procedures could lead to accelerated degeneration of the adjacent cervical discs (adjacent segment disease, or ASD) and the effect of ACDF surgery on neck symptoms and quality of life in the long term is not fully understood. Patients operated on at young ages generally have a long life expectancy and a long number of working years ahead of them. Thus, this patient group is of special interest when considering the accumulation of cervical problems due to possible ASD, the overall progressive nature of cervical degeneration in the long term, and their effects on related quality of life. PURPOSE Our goal was to study the health-related quality of life in the long-term follow-up after ACDF surgery in the young adult population between the ages of 18 and 40. STUDY DESIGN A retrospective cohort study with propensity matched controls. PATIENT SAMPLE All patients between 18 and 40 years of age at the time of the surgery who underwent ACDF due to degenerative cervical disease at Helsinki University Hospital between the years 1990 and 2005 who had filled in the quality of life questionnaires 12 to 28 years after the surgery (281 patients), and a propensity matched control cohort of the general population selected based on age, sex, and smoking status. OUTCOME MEASURES Quality of life measured by the EuroQol questionnaire (EQ-5D-3L and EQ-VAS). METHODS The medical records of all patients who underwent ACDF due to degenerative cervical disease at the age of 18 to 40 years at Helsinki University Hospital between 1990 and 2005 were analyzed retrospectively. The EuroQol questionnaire was sent to all patients whose contact information could be obtained (443 patients) at the end of the follow-up (median 17.5 years) to assess their current quality of life. A total of 281 patients returned the questionnaires and were included in this study. Quality of life was compared to that in the general Finnish population using a similar sized control cohort selected through propensity matching. RESULTS The patients who had undergone ACDF surgery reported significantly more problems than the general population cohort in three out of five dimensions that were assessed in the EQ-5D questionnaire, including mobility, usual activities, and pain/discomfort. Similarly, the overall EQ-5D-3L index calculated from the dimensional values was lower (0.74 vs. 0.83, p=.000), depicting a generally decreased health-related quality of life among patients. Spondylosis as a primary diagnosis, clinical myelopathy, and further cervical surgeries were associated with lower quality of life in the subgroup analyses of the patients. Similarly, in the EQ-VAS assessment, patient subgroups with spondylosis as a primary diagnosis, at least one reoperation, operation on more than one level, and clinical myelopathy were associated with lower scores and lower quality of life. The mean EQ-VAS score among patients was 73%. Regardless of the decreased health-related quality of life, there was no statistically significant difference in the concurrent employment status between the patient and control groups. CONCLUSIONS The health-related life quality measured by the EQ-5D-3L was lower in the patient population than in the general population. Patients had more problems with mobility and usual activities and more pain/discomfort. However, satisfaction with the surgery was very high, and there was no significant difference in employment status between the patients and the control population. Patients with spondylosis as a primary diagnosis had lower quality of life compared to patients with disc herniation. Also, clinical myelopathy and further cervical surgeries during follow-up were associated with lower quality of life in the subgroup analyses of the patients. It must also be kept in mind that we do not know what the situation could have been without surgery and with conservative treatment only.
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Wu C, Yang X, Gao X, Shao L, Li F, Sun Y, Liu X, Yao S, Sun Y. The effects of cages implantation on surgical and adjacent segmental intervertebral foramina. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:280. [PMID: 33906692 PMCID: PMC8077914 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02421-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2021] [Accepted: 04/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Objection The overarching goal of our research was to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes with different sizes of cages implantation in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), and to evaluate the effects on surgical and adjacent segmental intervertebral foramina. Methods The clinical data of 61 patients were analyzed retrospectively. The radiological data included the surgical intervertebral disk space height before (H0) and after surgery (H), the preoperative mean height of adjacent segments (Hm), the area and height of the surgical and adjacent segment foramen, the surgical segmental Cobb angle (α1), and C2-7Cobb angle (α2). The calculation of clinical data was conducted by Japanese Orthopaedic Association Scores (JOA), the recovery rate of JOA scores and visual analog scales (VAS). In accordance with the different ranges of distraction (H/Hm), patients were classified into three groups: group A (H/Hm<1.20, n=13), group B (1.20≤H/Hm≤1.80, n=37), and group C (H/Hm>1.80, n=11). Results After the operation and at the final follow-up, our data has demonstrated that the area and height of surgical segmental foramen all increased by comparing those of preoperation in three groups (all P<0.05). However, except for a decrease in group C (all P<0.05), the adjacent segmental foramina showed no significant changes (all P>0.05). The area and height of the surgical segment foramen and the distraction degree were positively correlated (0<R<1, all P<0.05), while the adjacent segments were negatively correlated with it (0<R<1, P=0.002~0.067). JOA scores improved markedly in all groups with similar recovery rates. However, during the final follow-up (P=0.034), it was observed that there were significant differences in visual simulation scores among the three groups. Conclusion The oversize cage might give a rise to a negative impact on the adjacent intervertebral foramen in ACDF. The mean value of the adjacent intervertebral disk space height (Hm) could be used as a reference standard. Moreover, the 1.20~1.80 fold of distraction (H/Hm) with optimal cages would achieve a better long-term prognosis.
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- Changyan Wu
- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Medical Imaging Department, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, 126 Xiantai St., Erdao District, Changchun City, People's Republic of China.
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Zreik J, Alvi MA, Yolcu YU, Sebastian AS, Freedman BA, Bydon M. Utility of the 5-Item Modified Frailty Index for Predicting Adverse Outcomes Following Elective Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. World Neurosurg 2020; 146:e670-e677. [PMID: 33152490 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2020.10.154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2020] [Revised: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 10/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Frailty is an increasingly studied tool for preoperative risk stratification, but its prognostic value for anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) patients is unclear. We sought to evaluate the association of the 5-item modified Frailty Index (5i-mFI) with 30-day adverse outcomes following ACDF and its predictive performance compared with other common metrics. METHODS The National Surgical Quality Improvement Program was queried from 2016-2018 for patients undergoing elective ACDF for degenerative diseases. Outcomes of interest included 30-day complications, extended length of stay (LOS), non-home discharge, and unplanned readmissions. Unadjusted/adjusted odds ratios were calculated. The discriminatory performance of the 5i-mFI compared with age, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification, and body mass index was computed using the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC). RESULTS A total of 23,754 patients were identified. On adjusted analysis, an index of 1 was significantly associated with extended LOS, non-home discharge, and unplanned readmissions (P < 0.001, P = 0.023, P = 0.003, respectively), but not complications (all P > 0.05). An index ≥2 was significantly associated with each outcome (all P < 0.001). The 5i-mFI was found to have a significantly higher AUC than body mass index for each outcome, a similar AUC compared with ASA classification and age for complications and unplanned readmissions, and a significantly lower AUC than ASA classification and age for extended LOS and non-home discharge. CONCLUSIONS The 5i-mFI was found to be significantly associated with 30-day adverse outcomes following ACDF but had similar or lesser predictive performance compared with more universally available and easily implemented metrics, such as ASA classification and age.
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- Jad Zreik
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine, Mount Pleasant, Michigan, USA; Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Department of Neurologic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.
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Posterior Percutaneous Transpedicular Endoscopic Approach for Treating Single-Segment Cervical Myelopathy. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2020; 2020:1573589. [PMID: 33150166 PMCID: PMC7603541 DOI: 10.1155/2020/1573589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2020] [Revised: 08/02/2020] [Accepted: 08/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Background Standard posterior percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy (PECD) is considered an effective minimally invasive surgery. Although standard PECD can be used to treat radiculopathy with relatively minimal trauma, it is still a challenge to use this approach for treating myelopathy. Objective This report is aimed at first describing a posterior transpedicular approach under endoscopy for myelopathy and evaluating the feasibility and short-term clinical effects of this approach. Methods In our retrospective analysis between Feb. 2016 to Mar. 2017, 16 patients managed with PECD using the posterior transpedicular approach for symptomatic single-segment myelopathy. Surgery involved drilling 1/2 to 2/3 of the medial portion of the pedicle under endoscopy to provide sufficient space and an appropriate angle for inserting the endoscope into the spinal canal, followed by ventral decompression of the spinal cord. Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging were used to evaluate pedicle healing and spinal cord decompression. The primary outcomes included a visual analog scale (VAS) scores of axial neck pain and Japanese Orthopaedic Association (JOA) scores of neurological conditions. Results All patients completed a 1-year follow-up examination. The mean duration of surgery was 95.44 ± 19.44 min (52–130 min). The fluoroscopy duration was 5.88 ± 1.05 (4–7). The VAS scores of axial pain significantly improved from 6.94 ± 0.75 preoperatively to 2.88 ± 1.22 postoperatively (P < 0.05). The mean JOA scores improved from 8.50 ± 1.12 preoperatively to 14.50 ± 1.46 at the final follow-up (P < 0.05). The effects were excellent in 8 cases, good in 6 cases, and fair in 2 cases. After partial pedicle excision, the width of the remaining pedicle was 1.70 ± 0.22 mm postoperatively and significantly recovered to 3.38 ± 0.49 mm at the 1-year follow-up. There were no surgery-related complications, such as dural tearing, spinal cord injury, nerve root injury, pedicle fracture, and cervical hematocele or infection. Conclusions The posterior transpedicular approach is an effective method for the treatment of myelopathy in select patients and is a supplement to the described surgical approach for PECD.
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Sun S, Zhuang X, Liu Y. Radiological and Clinical Outcomes of a Disc-Limited Intervertebral Distraction Technique Applied in Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion-A Proposed Method to Assist Cage Selection. World Neurosurg 2020; 142:e357-e363. [PMID: 32652283 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2020.06.236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2020] [Revised: 06/28/2020] [Accepted: 06/30/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Inappropriate intervertebral height restoration caused by nonoptimal choice of cage size is common in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the radiological and clinical outcomes of cervical intervertebral distraction performed in prediscectomy under the strain limitation of the intact disc in a procedure defined as disc-limited intervertebral distraction. METHODS A total of 61 patients were enrolled. Japanese Orthopaedic Association score, Neck Disability Index, and visual analog scale score for neck pain were evaluated. The parameters of the degenerative intervertebral space height, mean value of the adjacent intervertebral space heights, preoperative and postoperative day 3 segmental height, regional sagittal alignment and global sagittal alignment were measured on plain radiographs. The change in the degenerative intervertebral space height, postoperative day 3 degenerative intervertebral space height, and intervertebral distraction ratio were calculated according to the parameters measured on radiographs. RESULTS The change in the degenerative intervertebral space height and distraction ratio in the study group were both significantly lower than those in the control group (both P < 0.001). In the study group, there was no significant difference between postoperative day 3 degenerative intervertebral space height and mean value of the adjacent intervertebral space heights (P = 0.752). The Japanese Orthopaedic Association score improved significantly in both groups, with similar recovery rates. There were significant differences in neck pain score and Neck Disability Index between the groups at the 3 days and 1 month follow-ups (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Disc-limited intervertebral distraction is beneficial in avoiding overestimation of the cage size when performing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion and physiologically restoring intervertebral space height.
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- Shuo Sun
- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun City, PR China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun City, PR China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun City, PR China.
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Hirvonen T, Siironen J, Marjamaa J, Niemelä M, Koski-Palkén A. Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion in young adults leads to favorable outcome in long-term follow-up. Spine J 2020; 20:1073-1084. [PMID: 32276052 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2020.03.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2019] [Revised: 03/25/2020] [Accepted: 03/26/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) procedures is thought to lead to accelerated degeneration of the adjacent cervical discs and in some cases can be symptomatic (adjacent segment disease, or ASD). The occurrence of ASD is of particular interest when treating young individuals, as the cumulative disease burden may become increasingly significant during their expectedly long lifetime. However, the overall impact of a surgical intervention on the lifetime prognosis of ASD remains unclear. PURPOSE Our goal was to study the long-term outcomes of ACDF surgery among those members of the young adult population who have been operated on between the ages of 18 and 40. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective study. PATIENT SAMPLE All patients between 18 and 40 years of age at the time of surgery who underwent ACDF due to degenerative cervical disorders at Helsinki University Hospital between the years of 1990 and 2005 (476 patients). OUTCOME MEASURES Cervical reoperation rate, satisfaction with the surgery, employment status, Neck Disability Index (NDI). METHODS We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of all patients between 18 and 40 years of age at the time of surgery who underwent ACDF due to degenerative cervical disorders at Helsinki University Hospital between the years of 1990 and 2005. We sent questionnaires to all available patients at the end of the follow-up (median 17.5 years) to assess their current neck symptoms, general situations, and levels of satisfaction with the surgery. Furthermore, we compared the results for different types of ACDF surgeries (ie, discectomy only vs. synthetic cage or bone autograft implantation for fusion) in propensity-score-matched groups. RESULTS Of the 476 patients who were included in the study, surgery was performed in 72% of the cases due to intervertebral disc herniation and in 28% due to spondylotic changes. The total reoperation rate during the entire follow-up (median 17.5 years) was 24%, and 19.5% if early reoperations (<28 days from index surgery) were excluded. At 10 years postsurgery, the total reoperation rate was 16.8% and 12.8% with early reoperations excluded. The probability of surgery for adjacent level disease was 10.3% at 10 years and 16.8% for the duration of the entire follow-up, with the annual incidence rate of 1.1% for those with ASD requiring surgery. Statistically significant risk factors leading to the need for further cervical surgery included central spinal cord compression and smoking at the time of the index operation. After propensity score matching, there was no significant difference found between the outcomes of different types of surgery. A total of 443 patients were still able to be contacted 12-28 years after the surgery. Of the 281 patients responding to the questionnaires, 92% were still satisfied with the results. With respect to employment, 67% of patients were working, 7% were unemployed, and 7% were on disability due to cervical problems. The median NDI score was 12%, with 56% of patients having an NDI score lower than 15%; it has been suggested that this latter NDI score serves as a cut-off value for significant neck morbidity. The NDI scores were significantly higher among female patients, patients with spondylosis, and patients having undergone further cervical surgeries during the follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Long-term satisfaction with the surgery was very high, and the employment rate among patients resembled that of the general population in Finland. Thus, the long-term prognosis after having ACDF surgery at a younger age seems to be good, even though nearly half of the patients experienced some persistent neck symptoms later in life.
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- Tuomas Hirvonen
- Department of Neurosurgery, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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Srivastava S, Raj A, Bhosale S, Purohit S, Marathe N, Shah S. Does kyphosis in healed subaxial cervical spine tuberculosis equate to a poor functional outcome? JOURNAL OF CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION AND SPINE 2020; 11:86-92. [PMID: 32904986 PMCID: PMC7462136 DOI: 10.4103/jcvjs.jcvjs_53_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2020] [Accepted: 05/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Introduction: Tuberculosis (TB) of the subaxial cervical spine has a high percentage of morbidity. It accounts for about 10% of cases with the major concerns being quadriparesis and localized kyphosis. Aim: The study aims to provide an insight in the management of subaxial cervical spine TB treated by multiple modalities. Materials and Methods: A retrospective analysis of 91 patients with subaxial cervical (C3–C7) TB was performed. Neurology was assessed by Nurick's grading and pain using the visual analog scale (VAS) (in mm). Radiological evaluation was done with standard anteroposterior and lateral view of the cervical spine at presentation and 3 monthly intervals after intervention. Magnetic resonance imaging was done in all patients. Angle of kyphosis (K angle) was calculated from plain radiographs. Results: Mean age of the patients was 31.5 years. Neurological status was Nurick's Grade 5 in 8, Grade 4 in 15, Grade 3 in 28, Grade 2 in 22, Grade 1 in 7, and further 11 had Nurick's Grade 0. Operative intervention was either anterior, or posterior, or a combination of both depending on extent of vertebral destruction. All patients with Nurick's 5 and 4 improved to 3 or less at final follow-up. The kyphosis angle at presentation ranged from 2° to 58° of with an average kyphosis of 16.05°. The postoperative kyphosis was graded as mild (loss of lordosis to 10° kyphosis), moderate (10°–30°), and severe (>30°). Ten patients had mild kyphosis and 6 patients had moderate kyphosis. Mean VAS score at presentation was 45.5 mm which improved to 14.48 mm at follow-up. Patients with mild and moderate kyphosis remained asymptomatic till the last follow-up. Conclusion: Healing of subaxial cervical TB in kyphosis does not necessitate a poor clinical outcome as most patients remain asymptomatic.
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- Sudhir Srivastava
- Department of Orthopaedics, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Outcomes of Discectomy by Using Full-Endoscopic Visualization Technique via the Transcorporeal and Transdiscal Approaches in the Treatment of Cervical Intervertebral Disc Herniation: A Comparative Study. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2020; 2020:5613459. [PMID: 32596328 PMCID: PMC7277067 DOI: 10.1155/2020/5613459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2019] [Revised: 12/07/2019] [Accepted: 12/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objective To compare the difference in clinical and radiographic outcomes between anterior transcorporeal and transdiscal percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy (ATc-PECD/ATd-PECD) approaches for treating patients with cervical intervertebral disc herniation (CIVDH). Method We selected 77 patients with single-segment CIVDH and received ATc-PECD or ATd-PECD in the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University between March 1, 2010, and July 1, 2015. 35 patients suffered from ATc-PECD, and there were 42 patients in the ATd-PECD group. Obtaining the data of 1, 3, 6, 12, and 24 months postoperatively, the VAS for neck and arm pain and the modified MacNab criteria were used to evaluate the clinical outcomes, comparing radiographic outcomes and complications of these two groups. Results We found that the mean operative time was significantly longer in the ATc-PECD group (P < 0.05). At the 2-year follow-up, the mean VAS score for neck and arm pain was significantly decreased in both two groups. There was no significant difference in the VAS score for arm pain and neck pain between the two groups at the 2-year follow-up (P=0.783 and P=0.785, respectively). For the ATc-PECD group, the difference in the height of IVS or vertebral body was significant between the preoperative and postoperative groups (P < 0.05, respectively). For the ATd-PECD group, there was only a significant decrease in the height of the IVS (P < 0.05); the decrease in the surgical vertebral body was not significant between the preoperative and postoperative groups (P > 0.05). Conclusion In the 2-year follow-up, there is no significant difference in the clinical outcomes between the 2 approaches. While the longer time was consumed in the ATc-PECD group, the lower rate of disc collapse and recurrence is notable. Additionally, when the center diameter of tunnel was limited to 6 mm, the bony defect can be healed without the occurrence of the collapse of the superior endplate, and ATc-PECD may be preferable in the endoscopic treatment of CIVDH.
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Lau D, Deviren V, Joshi RS, Ames CP. Comparison of perioperative complications following posterior column osteotomy versus posterior-based 3-column osteotomy for correction of rigid cervicothoracic deformity: a single-surgeon series of 95 consecutive cases. J Neurosurg Spine 2020; 33:297-306. [PMID: 32384278 DOI: 10.3171/2020.3.spine191330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2019] [Accepted: 03/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The correction of severe cervicothoracic sagittal deformities can be very challenging and can be associated with significant morbidity. Often, soft-tissue releases and osteotomies are warranted to achieve the desired correction. There is a paucity of studies that examine the difference in morbidity and complication profiles for Smith-Petersen osteotomy (SPO) versus 3-column osteotomy (3CO) for cervical deformity correction. METHODS A retrospective comparison of complication profiles between posterior-based SPO (Ames grade 2 SPO) and 3CO (Ames grade 5 opening wedge osteotomy and Ames grade 6 closing wedge osteotomy) was performed by examining a single-surgeon experience from 2011 to 2018. Patients of interest were individuals who had a cervical sagittal vertical axis (cSVA) > 4 cm and/or cervical kyphosis > 20° and who underwent corrective surgery for cervical deformity. Multivariate analysis was utilized. RESULTS A total of 95 patients were included: 49 who underwent 3CO and 46 who underwent SPO. Twelve of the SPO patients underwent an anterior release procedure. The patients' mean age was 63.2 years, and 60.0% of the patients were female. All preoperative radiographic parameters showed significant correction postoperatively: cSVA (6.2 cm vs 4.5 cm [preoperative vs postoperative values], p < 0.001), cervical lordosis (6.8° [kyphosis] vs -7.5°, p < 0.001), and T1 slope (40.9° and 35.2°, p = 0.026). The overall complication rate was 37.9%, and postoperative neurological deficits were seen in 16.8% of patients. The surgical and medical complication rates were 17.9% and 23.2%, respectively. Overall, complication rates were higher in patients who underwent 3CO compared to those who underwent SPO, but this was not statistically significant (total complication rate 42.9% vs 32.6%, p = 0.304; surgical complication rate 18.4% vs 10.9%, p = 0.303; and new neurological deficit rate 20.4% vs 13.0%, p = 0.338). Medical complication rates were similar between the two groups (22.4% [3CO] vs 23.9% [SPO], p = 0.866). Independent risk factors for surgical complications included male sex (OR 10.88, p = 0.014), cSVA > 8 cm (OR 10.36, p = 0.037), and kyphosis > 20° (OR 9.48, p = 0.005). Combined anterior-posterior surgery was independently associated with higher odds of medical complications (OR 10.30, p = 0.011), and preoperative kyphosis > 20° was an independent risk factor for neurological deficits (OR 2.08, p = 0.011). CONCLUSIONS There was no significant difference in complication rates between 3CO and SPO for cervicothoracic deformity correction, but absolute surgical and neurological complication rates for 3CO were higher. A preoperative cSVA > 8 cm was a risk factor for surgical complications, and kyphosis > 20° was a risk factor for both surgical and neurological complications. Additional studies are warranted on this topic.
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- 2Orthopedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, California
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Demetriades AK, Tessitore E. External cervical orthosis (hard collar) after ACDF: have we moved forward? Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2020; 162:327-328. [PMID: 31834501 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-019-04167-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Andreas K Demetriades
- Department of Neurosurgery, Western General Hospital, Crewe Road South, Edinburgh, EH4 2XU, UK.
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- Neurosurgical Unit, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
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Iunes EA, Barletta EA, Barba Belsuzarri TA, Onishi FJ, Cavalheiro S, Joaquim AF. Correlation Between Different Interbody Grafts and Pseudarthrosis After Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Compared with Control Group: Systematic Review. World Neurosurg 2019; 134:272-279. [PMID: 31669245 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.10.100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2019] [Revised: 10/15/2019] [Accepted: 10/16/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Cervical spine degenerative disease is one of the main causes of myelopathy. Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is the most common surgical procedure used to treat cervical myelopathy. Therefore, it is important to study pseudarthrosis rates after ACDF and correlate them with the graft used. METHODS We performed a systematic review to evaluate the relationship between pseudarthrosis after ACDF and the interbody graft used. RESULTS A total of 3732 patients were evaluated in 46 studies. The mean age of the included patients was 51.5 ± 4.18 years (range, 42-59.6 years). ACDF is most often perforemd as single-level surgery and the level most impaired is C5-C6. The use of titanium cages, zero profile, recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein 2, and carbon cages was seen as a protective factor for pseudarthrosis compared with the autograft group (control group); with an odds ratio of 0.29, 0.51, 0.03, and 0.3, respectively; the results were statistically relevant. The use of polyetheretherketone, poly(methyl methacrylate), and trabecular metal was a risk factor for development of pseudarthrosis compared with the control group, with an odds ratio of 1.7, 8.7, and 6.8, respectively; the results were statistically relevant. Radiologic follow-up was an important factor for the pseudarthrosis rate; paradoxically, a short follow-up (<1 year) had lower rates of pseudarthrosis and follow-up >2 years increased the chance of finding pseudarthrosis. CONCLUSIONS Different types of grafts lead to a significant difference in pseudarthrosis rates. Follow-up time is also an important factor that affects the rate of pseudarthrosis after ACDF.
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- Eduardo Augusto Iunes
- Department of Neurosurgery, Federal University of São Paulo (Unifesp), São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas and Post-Graduation Program, Masters in Health Sciences, Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Federal University of São Paulo, Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Federal University of São Paulo, Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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Effect of external cervical orthoses on clinical and radiological outcome of patients undergoing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. Acta Neurochir (Wien) 2019; 161:2195-2200. [PMID: 31455994 DOI: 10.1007/s00701-019-04046-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2019] [Accepted: 08/14/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The current use of external cervical orthoses (ECO) after cervical discectomy is still based on a common practice than a solid scientific literature. The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of ECO on radiological and functional outcomes in patients undergoing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). METHODS We compared two cohorts of consecutive patients who underwent ACDF with and without ECO after surgery. Thirty-six patients operated from January 2015 to June 2016 received an ECO whereas 36 patients, operated from July 2016 to December 2017, did not. Each patient underwent radiological and functional evaluation using plain x-ray at 1, 6, and 12 months after surgery and Neck Disability Index (NDI) at 2 weeks and 3, 6, and 12 months after surgery, respectively. RESULTS In the ECO group, 5 patients (13.9%) presented an incomplete fusion and 31 patients (86.1%) presented a complete fusion (CI 0.705-0.953). In the non-ECO group, 8 patients (22.2%) presented an incomplete fusion and 28 patients (77.8% [CI 0.608-0.899]) had a complete fusion, with no statistically significant differences between two groups. No statistically significant differences were also observed regarding the NDI neither at 2 weeks nor at 3-, 6-, and 12-month follow-up. At multivariate analysis, patients who underwent two-level ACDF showed a five-fold increased risk of worse NDI at 3-, 6-, 12-month (p = 0.003, CI 1.770-14.584) follow-up. CONCLUSIONS We advise against the routine use of ECO after single- or two-level ACDF as we did not find out any significant statistical differences between the two groups.
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Shin JJ. Comparison of Adjacent Segment Degeneration, Cervical Alignment, and Clinical Outcomes After One- and Multilevel Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. Neurospine 2019; 16:589-600. [PMID: 31607093 PMCID: PMC6790739 DOI: 10.14245/ns.1938166.083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2019] [Accepted: 08/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Objective This study aimed to assess the influence of a fused segment on cervical range of motion (ROM) and adjacent segmental kinematics and determine whether increasing number of fusion levels causes accelerated adjacent segment degeneration (ASD) after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF).
Methods A total of 165 patients treated with ACDF were recruited for assessment, and they were divided into 3 groups based on the number of fusion levels. Radiological measurements and clinical outcomes included visual analogue scale (VAS) and Neck Disability Index (NDI) assessed preoperatively and at ≥2 years of follow-up.
Results ASD occurred in 41 of 165 patients who underwent ACDF (1-level, 12 of 78 [15.38%]; 2-level, 14 of 49 [28.57%]; 3-level, 15 of 38 [39.47%]; p=0.015) at final follow-up (mean, 31.9 months). Significant differences were found in reduction of global ROM based on the number of fusion levels (p<0.001). The upper adjacent segment ROM increased over time (p=0.004); however, lower segment ROM did not. Three-level ACDF did not obtain greater amounts of lordosis than did 1- or 2-level ACDF (p=0.003). Postoperative neck VAS scores and NDI were significantly higher for 3-level ACDF than for 1- or 2-level ACDF (p=0.033 and p=0.001).
Conclusion ASD occurred predominantly in multilevel cervical fusion, more frequently in the upper segment of the prior fusion and as the number of fusion levels increased. Patients who underwent multilevel fusion had greater reduction of global ROM and increased compensatory motion at the upper adjacent segment. Three-level ACDF did not appear to restore cervical lordosis significantly compared with 1- or 2-level arthrodesis.
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- Jun Jae Shin
- Department of Neurosurgery, Inje University Sanggye Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Gao K, Zhang J, Lai J, Liu W, Lyu H, Wu Y, Lin Z, Cao Y. Correlation between cervical lordosis and cervical disc herniation in young patients with neck pain. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019; 98:e16545. [PMID: 31374017 PMCID: PMC6708878 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000016545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2019] [Revised: 06/09/2019] [Accepted: 06/28/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Abnormal cervical curvature and cervical disc herniation are closely related to neck pain and should be taken into account before any treatment. However, studies have rarely reported on the correlation between cervical lordosis and cervical disc herniation in patients with neck pain. Therefore, in this study, we collect young neck pain patients with abnormal cervical curvature to evaluate the relationship between cervical lordosis and cervical disc herniation.Three hundred patients below 40 years old with neck pain were enrolled. Patient sex, age, apical vertebra, segment of intervertebral disc protrusionl, sagittal diameter of spinal duramater, saggital diameter of spinal canal, height of disc space were recorded, and the cervical curvature, and degree of cervical spinal cord compression (G/F ratio) were calculated. The change of degree of disc herniation and degree of cervical spinal cord compression were analyzed in different cervical curvature groups. Further more, collected these patients who had improved cervical curvature over a period of time, to compare the changes of degree of disc herniation, G/F ratio, and height of disc space.The median age of patients with kyphosis was lower than those with lordosis and straight cervical spine. The degree of disc herniation was higher in the straight and kyphosis groups compared to the lordosis group. Cervical lordosis was inversely correlated with the degree of disc herniation and positively with G/F ratio. Cervical curvature was significantly affected by sex, age, and the degree of disc herniation. With the improvement of cervical lordotic curvature, the degree of disc herniation decreased and height of disc space increased.The degree of disc herniation and cervical spinal cord compression are inversely correlated to cervical lordosis in young neck pain patients, and the degree of disc herniation and height of disc space can recover with the recovery of cervical lordotic curvature. These findings may indicating a link between cervical curvature and degenerative changes which have important clinical implications.
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- Kun Gao
- Shenzhen Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital
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- The Fourth Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Shenzhen, China
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- The Fourth Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Shenzhen, China
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- Shenzhen Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital
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- Shenzhen Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital
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- The Fourth Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Shenzhen, China
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- The Fourth Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Shenzhen, China
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- Shenzhen Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital
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Li N, Hu WQ, Xin WQ, Li QF, Tian P. Comparison between porous tantalum metal implants and autograft in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: a meta-analysis. J Comp Eff Res 2019; 8:511-521. [PMID: 30907632 DOI: 10.2217/cer-2018-0107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Aim: The objective of this study was to systematically compare the safety and efficacy of porous tantalum metal (TM) implants and autograft in single-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. Methods: Potential academic articles were acquired from the Cochrane Library, Medline, PubMed, Embase, Science Direct and other databases. The time range used was from the inception of the electronic databases to March 2018. Gray studies were identified from the references of included literature reports. STATA version 11.0 (Stata Corporation, TX, USA) was used to analyze the pooled data. Results: Four randomized, controlled trials (RCTs) were identified according to the retrieval process. There were significant differences in operation time (mean difference [MD]: -28.846, 95% confidence interval [CI: -47.087, -10.604], p = 0.002) and satisfaction rate (odds ratio [OR]: 2.196, 95% CI: [1.061-4. 546]; p = 0.034). However, no significant difference was detected in blood loss (MD: -73.606, 95% CI: [-217.720, 70.509], p = 0.317), hospital stay (MD: -0.512, 95% CI [-1.082, 0.058]; p = 0.079), fusion rate (OR: 0.497, 95% CI [0.079, 3.115]; p = 0.455), visual analog scale (MD: -0.310, 95% CI [-0.433, -0.186]; p < 0.001) or complication rate (risk difference [RD]: -0.140, 95% CI: [-0.378, 0.099]; p = 0.251). Conclusion: Porous TM implants are equally as effective and safe as autograft in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion processes. In addition, porous TM implants could reduce operation time and improve clinical satisfaction significantly.
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- Na Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China, 300052
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China, 300052
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China, 30052
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, China, 30052
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, PR China, 300211
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Liu C, Liu K, Chu L, Chen L, Deng Z. Posterior percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy through lamina-hole approach for cervical intervertebral disc herniation. Int J Neurosci 2019; 129:627-634. [PMID: 30238849 DOI: 10.1080/00207454.2018.1503176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND The optimal PECD surgical approach for cervical intervertebral disc herniation (CIVDH) remains controversial. The conventional posterior K-hole approach for PECD leads to damage of facet joint. OBJECTIVES This article is to first describe a novel posterior lamina-hole approach of percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy (PECD) for CIVDH. The objective of this study is to evaluate the feasibility and short-term clinical effect of this approach. METHODS Single-center retrospective observational study of all patients managed with posterior percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy (PPECD) using the lamina-hole approach for symptomatic single-level CIVDH between January 2015 and January 2016. The clinical outcomes were evaluated with the visual analog scale, modified MacNab criteria and radiographical results. RESULTS Twelve patients (seven women, five men) were enrolled in the study. Positive clinical response for pain relief was achieved in these patients receiving PPECD through lamina-hole approach for CIVDH. Postoperative MRI showed complete removal of the disc material in all the patients, no failure due to residual fragment was observed. CONCLUSION As an alternative surgical approach of PPECD, PPECD through lamina-hole approach is a novel access for CIVDH and may be considered a valid and safe therapeutic option for CIVDH. The advantages of this approach are not only providing a valid and secure access to herniated cervical intervertebral fragment but also avoiding the iatrogenic damage to the facet joint and relevant functional spinal unit (FSU). Theoretically, the potential of secondary degeneration of FSU is low.
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- Chao Liu
- a Department of Orthopedics , the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University , Chongqing , China
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- a Department of Orthopedics , the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University , Chongqing , China
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- a Department of Orthopedics , the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University , Chongqing , China
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- a Department of Orthopedics , the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University , Chongqing , China
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A Novel Posterior Trench Approach Involving Percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical Discectomy for Central Cervical Intervertebral Disc Herniation. Clin Spine Surg 2019; 32:10-17. [PMID: 29979215 DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000000680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This report describes a novel posterior trench approach involving percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy (PECD) for central cervical intervertebral disc herniation (CIVDH) and an evaluation of the feasibility, safety, and short-term clinical effect of this approach. BACKGROUND CONTEXT Central CIVDH is considered the contraindication for posterior PECD. MATERIALS AND METHODS A single-center retrospective observational study was performed with 30 patients managed with posterior PECD using the trench approach for symptomatic single-level central CIVDH. Primary outcomes included the measures of bodily pain and physical function based on the SF-36 and modified MacNab criteria. Radiographical follow-up included the static and dynamic cervical plain radiographs, computed tomographic scans, and magnetic resonance images. RESULTS A positive clinical response for symptom relief was achieved in all patients. The postoperative MRI showed total removal of the herniated disc. CONCLUSIONS As a supplement to the described surgical techniques of PECD, this trench approach provides novel access for the treatment of CIVDH, especially for the central type. The advantages of this technique include the provision of access to decompress the ventral region of the thecal sac and the ability to avoid damage to the facet joint. The steep learning curve might be a major disadvantage, and the sample volume is a limitation of the study; the effectiveness and reliability of the trench approach should be further verified in a comparative cohort study with a large volume of patients.
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Yu KX, Chu L, Yang JS, Deng R, Chen L, Shi L, Hao DJ, Deng ZL. Anterior Transcorporeal Approach to Percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical Diskectomy for Single-Level Cervical Intervertebral Disk Herniation: Case Series with 2-Year Follow-Up. World Neurosurg 2019; 122:e1345-e1353. [DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.11.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2018] [Revised: 11/04/2018] [Accepted: 11/07/2018] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Srikhande NN, Kumar VAK, Sai Kiran NA, Ghosh A, Pal R, Moscote-Salazar LR, Kumar VA, Reddy VV, Agrawal A. Clinical presentation and outcome after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion for degenerative cervical disc disease. JOURNAL OF CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION AND SPINE 2019; 10:28-32. [PMID: 31000977 PMCID: PMC6469327 DOI: 10.4103/jcvjs.jcvjs_87_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background: Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a well-described surgical approach for symptomatic degenerative cervical disc disease which does not respond to conservative management. In the present study, we assessed clinical presentation and outcomes of ACDF. Materials and Methods: The present study was conducted from October 1, 2015, to October 31, 2017, in the Department of Neurosurgery, Narayana Medical College and Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, among 100 consecutive adult patients who underwent single- or two-level ACDF for degenerative cervical disc disease. Results: The mean age was 47.2 ± 12.8 years (range: 20–74 years). Majority of the patients were male (86/100). Presenting symptoms were neck pain (77%), limb weakness (73%), paresthesias (53%), radicular pain (49%), stiffness in limbs (16%), and bladder involvement (13%). Fusion was done with stand-alone titanium cage/bone graft or titanium cage/bone graft with anterior cervical plate. At the time of discharge, significant improvement in preoperative symptoms (neck pain [47/77-61%], radicular pain [31/49-63%], limb weakness [53/73-72.6%], paresthesias [44/53-83%], stiffness in limbs [13/16-81%], and bladder symptoms [8/13-61%]) was reported by majority of these patients. Majority of these patients also reported improvement in preoperative sensory deficits at the time of discharge. Postoperative complications were hoarseness of voice (22%), dysphagia (16%), deterioration of motor power (8%), and postoperative hematoma (7%). Conclusions: A significant proportion of patients with degenerative cervical disc disease show remarkable recovery after ACDF.
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- Ninad N Srikhande
- Department of Neurosurgery, Narayana Medical College Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Narayana Medical College Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Narayana Medical College Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Community Medicine, MGM Medical College and LSK Hospital, Kishanganj, Bihar, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery Critical Care, RED LATINO, Organización Latinoamericana De Trauma Y Cuidado, Neurointensivo, Bogota, Colombia
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- Department of Anesthesia, Narayana Medical College Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Narayana Medical College Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Narayana Medical College Hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
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Karikari I, Ghogawala Z, Ropper AE, Yavin D, Gabr M, Goodwin CR, Abd-El-Barr M, Veeravagu A, Wang MC. Utility of Cervical Collars Following Cervical Fusion Surgery. Does It Improve Fusion Rates or Outcomes? A Systematic Review. World Neurosurg 2018; 124:S1878-8750(18)32889-4. [PMID: 30593959 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.12.066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2018] [Revised: 12/06/2018] [Accepted: 12/07/2018] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND The use of postoperative cervical collars following cervical fusions is common practice. Its use has been purported to improve fusion rates and outcomes. There is a paucity in the strength of evidence to support its clinical benefit. Our objective is to critically evaluate the published literature to determine the strength of evidence supporting the use of postoperative cervical collar use following cervical fusions. METHODS A systematic review using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (also known as PRISMA) was performed. An online search using Medline and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials databases was used to query prospective and retrospective clinical trials evaluating cervical fusions with or without postoperative collar. RESULTS The search identified 894 articles in Medline and 65 articles in the Cochrane database. From these articles, 130 were selected based on procedure and collar use. Only 3 studies directly compared between collar use and no collar use. Our analysis of the mean improvement in neck disability index scores and improvement over time intervals did not show a statistically significant difference between collar versus no collar (P = 0.86). CONCLUSIONS We found no strong evidence to support the use of cervical collars after 1- and 2-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion procedures, and no studies comparing collar use and no collar use after posterior cervical fusions. Given the cost and likely impact of collar use on driving and the return to work, our study shows that currently there is no proven benefit to routine use of postoperative cervical collar in patients undergoing 1- and 2-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion for degenerative cervical pathologies.
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- Isaac Karikari
- Division of Neurosurgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA.
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine, Calgary, Canada
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, California, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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Noordhoek I, Koning MT, Vleggeert-Lankamp CLA. Evaluation of bony fusion after anterior cervical discectomy: a systematic literature review. 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 2018; 28:386-399. [PMID: 30448985 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5820-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2018] [Accepted: 11/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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PURPOSE Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) has proven effective in treating radicular arm pain. Post-operatively, cervical spine stability is temporarily challenged, but data on bony fusion and speed of fusion are ambiguous; optimum evaluation method and criteria are debated. AIM To study bony fusion accomplishment and to obtain an overview of methods to evaluate fusion. METHODS A literature search was performed in PubMed and Embase. Included studies had to report original data concerning 1- or 2-level ACDF with intervertebral device or bone graft, where bony fusion was assessed using CT scans or X-rays. RESULTS A total of 146 articles comprising 10,208 patients were included. Bony fusion was generally defined as "the presence of trabecular bridging" and/or "the absence of motion". Fusion was accomplished in 90.1% of patients at the final follow-up. No gold standard for assessment could be derived from the results. Addition of plates and/or cages with screws resulted in slightly higher accomplishment of fusion, but differences were not clinically relevant. Eighteen studies correlated clinical outcome with bony fusion, and 3 found a significant correlation between accomplishment and better clinical outcome. CONCLUSIONS In approximately 90% of patients, bony fusion is accomplished one year after ACDF. As there is no generally accepted definition of bony fusion, different measuring techniques cannot be compared to a gold standard and it is impossible to determine the most accurate method. Variations in study design hamper conclusions on optimising the rate of bony fusion by choice of material and/or additives. Insufficient attention is paid to correlation between bony fusion and clinical outcome. These slides can be retrieved from electronic supplementary material.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Leiden University Medical Centre, Albinusdreef 2, 2300 RC, Leiden, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Hematology, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Leiden University Medical Centre, Albinusdreef 2, 2300 RC, Leiden, The Netherlands
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Cervical bracing practices after degenerative cervical surgery: a survey of Cervical Spine Research Society members. Spine J 2018; 18:1950-1955. [PMID: 29792996 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.05.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2018] [Revised: 05/02/2018] [Accepted: 05/16/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Lin W, Ha A, Boddapati V, Yuan W, Riew KD. Diagnosing Pseudoarthrosis After Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. Neurospine 2018; 15:194-205. [PMID: 31352693 PMCID: PMC6226130 DOI: 10.14245/ns.1836192.096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2018] [Accepted: 09/19/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Radiographic confirmation of fusion after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) surgery is a critical aspect of determining surgical success. However, there is a lack of established diagnostic radiographic parameters for pseudoarthrosis. The purpose of this study is to summarize the findings of previous studies, review the advantages and disadvantages of frequently employed diagnostic criteria, and present our recommended protocol of fusion assessment. This study identified randomized controlled trials, case-control studies, and prospective and retrospective cohort studies reporting on spinal fusion and how successful fusion after ACDF. Among the 39 articles reviewed, bridging bone across the operated levels on static radiographs was the most commonly used criteria to confirm fusion (31 of 39, 79%). Dynamic flexion-extension radiographs were used to assess for interspinous movement (ISM) (22 of 39, 56.4%) and change in Cobb angle (12 of 39, 30.8%). Computed tomography (CT) based findings (21 of 39, 53.8%) were employed in ambiguous cases with improved sensitivity and specificity. Reconstructed CT scans were used to assess for intragraft bridging bone and extragraft bridging bone (ExGBB). ExGBB were proved to have the highest diagnostic sensitivity and specificity for pseudoarthrosis detection when compared to all other radiographic criteria. The ISM <1 mm on dynamic flexion-extension radiographs had high diagnostic sensitivity and specificity as well. After our reviewing, we recommend using dynamic lateral flexion-extension cervical spine radiographs at 150% magnificationin which the interspinous motion <1 mm and superjacent interspinous motion ≥4 mm confirms fusion. In ambiguous cases, we recommend using reconstructed CT scans to evaluate for ExGBB.
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- Wenbo Lin
- Department of Orthopedic, Changzheng Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shang Hai, China
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, The Spine Hospital, New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System, New York, NY, USA
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, The Spine Hospital, New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic, Changzheng Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shang Hai, China
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia University Medical Center, The Spine Hospital, New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System, New York, NY, USA
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Laratta JL, Reddy HP, Bratcher KR, McGraw KE, Carreon LY, Owens RK. Outcomes and revision rates following multilevel anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. JOURNAL OF SPINE SURGERY 2018; 4:496-500. [PMID: 30547110 DOI: 10.21037/jss.2018.06.16] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) for cervical degenerative disease is an accepted treatment for symptomatic cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy. One- and two-level fusions are much more common and more widely studied. Outcomes and revision rates for three- and four-level ACDF have not been well described. The purpose of this study is to report on clinical outcomes and revision rates following multilevel ACDF. Methods Patients who underwent three- or four-level anterior cervical discectomy with plate fixation between 2006 and 2011 from a single-center multi-surgeon practice for symptomatic cervical degenerative disease were identified. Improvements in neck disability index (NDI), neck and arm pain scores two years after surgery and revision rates were analyzed. Results Forty-six patients with a mean age of 55.9 years were included in the analysis. Twenty-one (46%) were male, 10 (22%) were smokers. Forty-one (89%) underwent three-level fusion and 5 (11%) underwent four-level fusion. NDI improved from 34.46 at baseline to 25.47 at 2 years. Neck pain improved from 7.04 at baseline to 3.95 and arm pain improved from 6.24 to 3.09 at 2 year follow up. Sixteen patients (35%) returned to surgery within 2 years with 11 of these patients (24%) returning for non-union. The average number of days to revision surgery was 750.6±570.3 days. Conclusions Patients undergoing three- and four-level ACDF for multilevel cervical disease demonstrate substantial improvement in outcomes. However, the two-year revision rate is relatively high at 35% with the majority of these patients returning due to non-union.
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- Norton Leatherman Spine Center, Louisville, KY, USA
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Lan T, Lin JZ, Hu SY, Yang XJ, Chen Y. Comparison between zero-profile spacer and plate with cage in the treatment of single level cervical spondylosis. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2018; 31:299-304. [PMID: 29171978 DOI: 10.3233/bmr-169708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Retrospective study of 68 patients of symptomatic cervical spondylosis who were treated by anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes of patients with single level cervical spondylosis using either zero-profile spacer (group A) or anterior cervical plate and cage (group B). METHODS Clinical and radiological data of 68 patients undergoing ACDF from C3-C7 were collected retrospectively. There were 35 patients with a mean age of 54.05 years who received treatment by zero-profile implant. A total of 33 patients with a mean age of 52.09 years underwent fusion by traditional plate with cage. Group A and group B were followed up for an average of 23.68 months and 24.39 months, respectively. Age, blood loss, and operation time were assessed. The clinical outcomes were evaluated by JOA and VAS score before and after surgery. In addition, incidence of dysphagia was recorded. The Cobb angle (from C2 to C7) change was measured on the lateral cervical spine radiographs. RESULTS There was no significant difference in terms of operation time and blood loss between two groups. The postoperative JOA significantly increased and the VAS decreased correspondently in both groups. The postoperative Cobb angle increased and showed statistical difference compared with preoperative Cobb angle in both groups. There was no significant difference between group A and group B in achieving clinical symptoms and radiograph improvement according to postoperative JOA, VAS and Cobb angle comparison. The incidence of postoperative dysphagia was lower in the group A than group B. CONCLUSIONS Our study suggests that the application of zero-p spacer can achieve similar clinical and radiological improvement compared with traditional plate and cage. Meanwhile, zero-p is superior to plate and cage with a lower incidence of postoperative dysphagia.
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The Relationship Between Improvements in Myelopathy and Sagittal Realignment in Cervical Deformity Surgery Outcomes. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2018; 43:1117-1124. [PMID: 29462071 DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000002610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Retrospective review. OBJECTIVE Determine whether alignment or myelopathy improvement drives patient outcomes after cervical deformity (CD) corrective surgery. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA CD correction involves radiographic malalignment correction and procedures to improve motor function and pain. It is unknown whether alignment or myelopathy improvement drives patient outcomes. METHODS Inclusion: Patients with CD with baseline/1-year radiographic and outcome scores. Cervical alignment improvement was defined by improvement in Ames CD modifiers. modified Japanese Orthopaedic Association (mJOA) improvement was defined as mild [15-17], moderate [12-14], severe [<12]. Patient groups included those who only improved in alignment, those who only improved in mJOA, those who improved in both, and those who did not improve. Changes in quality-of-life scores (neck disability index [NDI], EuroQuol-5 dimensions [EQ-5D], mJOA) were evaluated between groups. RESULTS A total of 70 patients (62 yr, 51% F) were included. Overall preoperative mJOA score was 13.04 ± 2.35. At baseline, 21 (30%) patients had mild myelopathy, 33 (47%) moderate, and 16 (23%) severe. Out of 70 patients 30 (44%) improved in mJOA and 13 (18.6%) met 1-year mJOA minimal clinically important difference. Distribution of improvement groups: 16/70 (23%) alignment-only improvement, 13 (19%) myelopathy-only improvement, 18 (26%) alignment and myelopathy improvement, and 23 (33%) no improvement. EQ-5D improved in 11 of 16 (69%) alignment-only patients, 11 of 18 (61%) myelopathy/alignment improvement, 13 of 13 (100%) myelopathy-only, and 10 of 23 (44%) no myelopathy/alignment improvement. There were no differences in decompression, baseline alignment, mJOA, EQ-5D, or NDI between groups. Patients who improved only in myelopathy showed significant differences in baseline-1Y EQ-5D (baseline: 0.74, 1 yr:0.83, P < 0.001). One-year C2-S1 sagittal vertical axis (SVA; mJOA r = -0.424, P = 0.002; EQ-5D r = -0.261, P = 0.050; NDI r = 0.321, P = 0.015) and C7-S1 SVA (mJOA r = -0.494, P < 0.001; EQ-5D r = -0.284, P = 0.031; NDI r = 0.334, P = 0.010) were correlated with improvement in health-related qualities of life. CONCLUSION After CD-corrective surgery, improvements in myelopathy symptoms and functional score were associated with superior 1-year patient-reported outcomes. Although there were no relationships between cervical-specific sagittal parameters and patient outcomes, global parameters of C2-S1 SVA and C7-S1 SVA showed significant correlations with overall 1-year mJOA, EQ-5D, and NDI. These results highlight myelopathy improvement as a key driver of patient-reported outcomes, and confirm the importance of sagittal alignment in patients with CD. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 3.
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Chu L, Yang JS, Yu KX, Chen CM, Hao DJ, Deng ZL. Usage of Bone Wax to Facilitate Percutaneous Endoscopic Cervical Discectomy Via Anterior Transcorporeal Approach for Cervical Intervertebral Disc Herniation. World Neurosurg 2018; 118:102-108. [PMID: 30026139 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.07.070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2018] [Revised: 07/05/2018] [Accepted: 07/07/2018] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Currently, anterior transdiscal access and posterior interlaminar approach are the main approaches for percutaneous endoscopic cervical discectomy (PECD). To overcome access shortcomings, we previously described a novel anterior endoscopic transcorporeal approach on a migrated cervical disc. We innovatively introduced bone wax into endoscopic surgery to aid hemostasis and facilitate the process of drilling an intracorporeal tunnel. METHODS Five patients with cervical intervertebral disc herniation (CIDH) were treated by PECD via the anterior transcorporeal approach. During the operation, we marked the punctured tunnel with bone wax containing indigo carmine as a guide and smeared bone wax on the endoscopic burr to aid hemostasis. RESULTS A satisfactory clinical outcome was observed in all 5 patients postoperatively; pain and neurologic condition were dramatically improved. Surgery-related complications, such as esophageal injury, vascular rupture, hematoma, intervertebral disc infection, or postoperative headache, were not encountered. A computed tomography scan was used to observe the process of bone healing. At 3-month postoperative follow-up, the bone defect within the drilling tunnel had partially shrank and was completely healed at 6 months postoperatively. CONCLUSIONS The anterior endoscopic transcorporeal approach for PECD is a novel, valuable alternative for the treatment of CIDH. Bone wax could indeed facilitate the operation by guiding the drilling process and instantly controlling the bleeding without obvious interference with bone healing. Long-term follow-up is warranted in further clinical studies.
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- Lei Chu
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, District Yuzhong, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, District Yuzhong, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua City, Taiwan; School of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Honghui Hospital, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, District Yuzhong, Chongqing, China.
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Tumialán LM, Ponton RP, Cooper AN, Gluf WM, Tomlin JM. Rate of Return to Military Active Duty After Single and 2-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A 4-Year Retrospective Review. Neurosurgery 2018; 85:96-104. [DOI: 10.1093/neuros/nyy230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2017] [Accepted: 05/01/2018] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- Luis M Tumialán
- Department of Neurosurgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hos-pital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Ari-zona
- HonorHealth Arizona Spine Group, Greenbaum Surgical Specialty Hospital, Scottsdale, Arizona
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Balboa Naval Medical Center, San Diego, California
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- HonorHealth Arizona Spine Group, Greenbaum Surgical Specialty Hospital, Scottsdale, Arizona
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- Depart-ment of Neurosurgery, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, Texas
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Balboa Naval Medical Center, San Diego, California
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Passias PG, Horn SR, Oh C, Ramchandran S, Burton DC, Lafage V, Lafage R, Poorman GW, Steinmetz L, Segreto FA, Bortz CA, Smith JS, Ames C, Shaffrey CI, Kim HJ, Soroceanu A, Klineberg EO. Evaluating cervical deformity corrective surgery outcomes at 1-year using current patient-derived and functional measures: are they adequate? JOURNAL OF SPINE SURGERY 2018; 4:295-303. [PMID: 30069521 DOI: 10.21037/jss.2018.05.29] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background Current health-related quality of life (HRQL) metrics used to assess patient outcomes following surgical correction of cervical deformity (CD) are not deformity-specific and thus cannot capture all aspects of a patient's deformity and outcomes. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the sensitivity of different HRQL outcome measures in assessing CD patients' outcomes 1-year post-operatively. Methods Retrospective review of prospective multi-center database. Inclusion criteria: CD patients ≥18 yrs with pre- and 1-year post-operative radiographs and HRQLs [modified Japanese Orthopaedic Association (mJOA), EuroQol five-dimensions (EQ-5D), neck disability index (NDI)]. Associations between changes in EQ5D and NDI with improvement at 1-year in mJOA scores were assessed by whether or not the patient met the minimum clinically important difference (MCID) as well as whether or not they improved by one or more categories (i.e., change from moderate to mild). Odds ratios reported with 95% confidence intervals. Results Sixty-three CD patients were included (mean 62 y, 55.6% F). Average baseline NDI scores were 46.75, mJOA was 13.68, and EQ-5D 0.74. Overall baseline myelopathy breakdown: none-9.5%, mild-30.2%, moderate-42.9%, high-17.5%. At 1-year, 46% of patients improved in mJOA, 71.4% NDI, and 65.1% EQ-5D. 19% of patients met mJOA MCID, 44.4% NDI MCID, 19% EQ-5D MCID. One-point improvement in NDI increased the odds of mJOA improvement and reaching mJOA MCID (improvement: OR, 1.06, CI: 1.01-1.10, P=0.01; MCID: OR, 1.06, CI: 1.02-1.11, P=0.006). Improvement in EQ-5D by 0.1 increased the odds of improving in mJOA and reaching mJOA MCID at 1-year (improvement: OR, 3.85, CI: 1.51-9.76, P=0.005; MCID: OR, 3.88, CI: 1.52-9.88, P=0.005). While correlations exist between outcome measures, when modeling these outcomes while controlling for confounders including cSVA change, surgical invasiveness, age and CCI, these HRQLs were not strongly correlated. Conclusions Improvements in functional outcomes, as defined by mJOA score, were correlated with changes in neck based disability and general health state, defined by NDI and EQ-5D respectively. In an adjusted model, however, these direct relationships were not maintained. A CD-specific HRQL might be more useful for surgeons in assessing patient outcomes using a single metric.
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- Peter G Passias
- Department of Orthopaedics, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, CA, USA
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Godlewski B, Stachura MK, Czepko RA, Banach M, Czepko R. Analysis of changes in cervical spinal curvature and intervertebral disk space height following ACDF surgery in a group of 100 patients followed up for 12 months. J Clin Neurosci 2018; 52:92-99. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2018.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2017] [Revised: 02/26/2018] [Accepted: 04/02/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Baweja RK, Bennardo M, Farrokhyar F, Martyniuk A, Reddy K. A Canadian perspective on anterior cervical discectomies: practice patterns and preferences. JOURNAL OF SPINE SURGERY 2018; 4:72-78. [PMID: 29732425 DOI: 10.21037/jss.2018.03.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background The purpose of this study is to elucidate the current practice patterns of Canadian neurosurgeons with regards to anterior cervical discectomy (ACD). Methods A one-page questionnaire was sent out using SurveyMonkey to all neurosurgeon members of the Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation (CNSF). End points were surgeon preference for ACD surgical method, graft source, the length of collar usage and the recommended time before returning to work. Results Response rate was 74.0%. Of the responders, 75.0% performed single level ACD and 18.3% had completed spine fellowships. The majority (68.2%) chose ACD with fusion and plating (ACDFP) as their preferred method with allograft being the most popular choice of fusion material (44.3%). Most of the respondents did not prescribe collars (60.9%) and when they did, hard collar was prescribed most often (76.9%) and AspenTM collar was the most popular choice (67.7%). The majority of surgeons chose 'other' as their response for length of time for collar use (40.0%) while allowing them to take their collars off at night (78.1%). Most of the surgeons recommended physiotherapy post-operatively (58.1%) and time to physiotherapy was 6-8 weeks. Recommended back to work time was 6 weeks for 44.9% of respondents. In the cross analysis, surgeons who performed ACDF were more likely to prescribe collars (50%, P=0.01) versus surgeons who performed ACDFP (21.7%, P=0.01). Conclusions Our survey is an up to date description of current practice patterns for ACD amongst Canadian neurosurgeons.
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Epidemiology and BioStatistics, Office of Surgical Research Services, Surgical Research Methodology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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