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Fong FJY, Lim CY, Tan JH, Hey HWD. A Comparison between Structural Allografts and Polyetheretherketone Interbody Spacers Used in Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Asian Spine J 2024; 18:124-136. [PMID: 38287665 PMCID: PMC10910133 DOI: 10.31616/asj.2023.0128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Among interbody implants used during anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), structural allografts and polyetheretherketone (PEEK) are the most used spacers. Currently, no consensus has been established regarding the superiority of either implant, with US surgeons preferring structural allografts, whereas UK surgeons preferring PEEK. The purpose of this systematic review (level of evidence, 4) was to compare postoperative and patient-reported outcomes between the use of structural allografts PEEK interbody spacers during ACDF. Five electronic databases (PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane) were searched for articles comparing the usage of structural allograft and PEEK interbody spacers during ACDF procedures from inception to April 10, 2023. The searches were conducted using the keywords "Spine," "Allograft," and "PEEK" and were performed in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis guidelines. Subsequent quality and sensitivity analyses were performed on the included studies. Nine studies involving 1,074 patients were included. Compared with the PEEK group, the structural allograft group had comparable rates of postoperative pseudoarthrosis (p=0.58). However, when stratified according to the number of levels treated, the 3-level ACDF PEEK group was 3.45 times more likely to have postoperative pseudoarthrosis than the structural allograft group (p=0.01). Subsequent postoperative outcomes (rate of subsidence and change in the preoperative and postoperative segmental disc heights) were comparable between the PEEK and structural allograft groups. Patient-reported outcomes (Visual Analog Scale [VAS] of neck pain and Neck Disability Index [NDI]) were comparable. This study showed that for 3-level ACDFs, the use of structural allografts may confer higher fusion rates. However, VAS neck pain, NDI, and subsidence rates were comparable between structural allografts and PEEK cages. In addition, no significant difference in pseudoarthrosis rates was found between PEEK cages and structural allografts in patients undergoing 1- and 2-level ACDFs.
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- Francis Jia Yi Fong
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Spine Center, National University Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Spine Center, National University Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore
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Wang Z, Huang Y, Chen Q, Liu L, Song Y, Feng G. Cervical Vertebral Bone Quality Score Independently Predicts Zero-Profile Cage Subsidence After Single-Level Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. World Neurosurg 2024; 182:e377-e385. [PMID: 38040332 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2023.11.111] [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: 09/23/2023] [Revised: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This is the first study to evaluate the predictive value of the cervical vertebral bone quality (VBQ) score on zero-profile cage (ZPC)subsidence after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) using the Hounsfield units (HU) value of computed tomography as the reference. METHODS A total of 89 patients with at least 1 year of follow-up who underwent single-level ACDF with ZPC were retrospectively and consecutively included. VBQ and HU value were determined from preoperative T1-weighted magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography. Subsidence was defined as ≥2 mm of migration of the cage into the superior or inferior endplate or both using lateral cervical spine radiography. The results were subjected to statistical analysis. RESULTS Subsidence was observed among 16 of the 89 study patients (Subsidence rate: 18.0%). The mean VBQ score was 2.94 ± 0.820 for patients with subsidence and 2.33 ± 0.814 for patients without subsidence. The multivariable analysis demonstrated that only an increased VBQ score (odds ratio: 1.823, 95% confidence interval : 0.918,3.620, P = 0.001) was associated with an increased rate of cage subsidence. There was a significant and moderate correlation between HU and VBQ (r = -0.507, P < 0.001). Using receiver operating characteristic curves, the area under the curve was 0.785, and the most appropriate threshold of VBQ was 2.68 (sensitivity 72.7%, specificity 82.1%). CONCLUSIONS The VBQ score may be a valuable tool for independently predicting ZPC subsidence after single-level ACDF.
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- Zhe Wang
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China; Department of Orthopaedics and Laboratory of Biological Tissue, Engineering and Digital Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
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Segmental Height Decrease Adversely Affects Foraminal Height and Cervical Lordosis, But Not Clinical Outcome After Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Using Allografts. World Neurosurg 2021; 154:e555-e565. [PMID: 34325033 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2021.07.088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2021] [Revised: 07/17/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study was conducted to elucidate the clinical significance of postoperative segmental height decrease (SHD) in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) using allografts. METHODS We reviewed 88 patients who underwent ACDF using allografts as interbody spacers. Cervical lordosis, segmental lordosis, segmental height, foraminal height, fusion, allograft fracture, and resorption were assessed. Significant SHD was defined as that ≥2 mm. Neck pain visual analog scale (VAS) score, arm pain VAS score, and Neck Disability Index (NDI) score were also recorded. Significant segmental height decreased (SH-D) segments were compared with segmental height maintained (SH-M) segments. RESULTS Thirty-two patients (36.4%) and 34 segments (23.1%) demonstrated significant SHD. SH-D segments demonstrated significantly lower segmental lordosis (3.7 ± 4.1 vs. 0.9 ± 4.8°; P < 0.01), foraminal height (9.6 ± 1.1 vs. 8.7 ± 0.9 mm; P < 0.01), and fusion rate (88 [77.9%] vs. 20 [58.9%]; P = 0.04) than SH-M segments at the final follow-up, respectively. Furthermore, global lordosis was significantly lower in the SH-D group (18.3 ± 8.5 vs. 13.9 ± 8.9°, respectively; P = 0.02). However, neck and arm pain VAS scores and NDI score did not demonstrate a significant difference between patients with and without significant SHD. Logistic regression analysis demonstrated that higher allograft height (P = 0.03), greater allograft anteroposterior length (P = 0.04), and allograft resorption or fracture (P < 0.01) were associated with increased risk of significant SHD. Logistic regression analysis also demonstrated that allograft resorption or fracture (P < 0.01) was associated with risk of nonunion. CONCLUSIONS Significant SHD was associated with decreased segmental lordosis, global cervical lordosis, and foraminal height. However, significant SHD did not result in worsening of clinical symptoms. Larger allograft size was associated with risk of significant SHD. This study demonstrates provisional results that suggest allograft resorption or fracture may be a factor that adversely affects fusion or SHD.
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Ashour AM, Abdelmohsen I, Sawy ME, Toubar AF. Stand-alone polyetheretherketone cages for anterior cervical discectomy and fusion for successive four-level degenerative disc disease without plate fixation. JOURNAL OF CRANIOVERTEBRAL JUNCTION AND SPINE 2020; 11:118-123. [PMID: 32904887 PMCID: PMC7462137 DOI: 10.4103/jcvjs.jcvjs_62_20] [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: 05/06/2020] [Accepted: 05/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background: Anterior cervical discectomy with fusion became the most frequently performed technique for the treatment of symptoms related to cervical disc prolapse. Multilevel anterior cervical discectomy has been combined with anterior cervical plate application to help maintain the cervical lordosis and enhance fusion. This was associated with more soft-tissue separation and retraction with increased incidence of surgically related complications and postoperative dysphagia. Aim of the Study: The aim of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the stand-alone cervical polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cages in four-level discectomy and to determine if it is possible to avoid anterior plate fixation and to achieve satisfactory outcomes. Methodology: This is a retrospective study which was performed between June 2011 and December 2018 at one institute. The clinical and radiological data were collected from patients who underwent successive four-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with PEEK cages for degenerative cervical disc disease without plate fixation. Results: This study included 66 patients, 35 males and 31 females. The follow-up period was 24 months. Mean Japanese Orthopedic Association scores were 13.3 ± 1.41 preoperative and 15.9 ± 0.86 postoperative (P = 0.046). The cervical curvature index “Ishihara” (ICI) was 9.9 ± 5.90 preoperative and the mean of ICI was 10.5 ± 6.65 postoperative, which is insignificant, P = 0.7). The lordotic curvature according to these results was preserved till the end of the year and half of the follow-up period postoperative. Conclusion: Consecutive four-level anterior discectomy with PEEK cage interbody fusion without plate and screw is a safe and effective procedure in the absence of instability, and it may be a reliable alternative for the treatment of multilevel cervical disc.
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- Ahmed M Ashour
- Department of Neurosurgery, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Neurosurgery, El-Menia University, Menia, Egypt
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Ledet EH, Sanders GP, DiRisio DJ, Glennon JC. Load-sharing through elastic micro-motion accelerates bone formation and interbody fusion. Spine J 2018; 18:1222-1230. [PMID: 29452282 PMCID: PMC6008179 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2018.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2017] [Revised: 01/06/2018] [Accepted: 02/01/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Achieving a successful spinal fusion requires the proper biological and biomechanical environment. Optimizing load-sharing in the interbody space can enhance bone formation. For anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), loading and motion are largely dictated by the stiffness of the plate, which can facilitate a balance between stability and load-sharing. The advantages of load-sharing may be substantial for patients with comorbidities and in multilevel procedures where pseudarthrosis rates are significant. PURPOSE We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a novel elastically deformable, continuously load-sharing anterior cervical spinal plate for promotion of bone formation and interbody fusion relative to a translationally dynamic plate. STUDY DESIGN/SETTING An in vivo animal model was used to evaluate the effects of an elastically deformable spinal plate on bone formation and spine fusion. METHODS Fourteen goats underwent an ACDF and received either a translationally dynamic or elastically deformable plate. Animals were followed up until 18 weeks and were evaluated by plain x-ray, computed tomography scan, and undecalcified histology to evaluate the rate and quality of bone formation and interbody fusion. RESULTS Animals treated with the elastically deformable plate demonstrated statistically significantly superior early bone formation relative to the translationally dynamic plate. Trends in the data from 8 to 18 weeks postoperatively suggest that the elastically deformable implant enhanced bony bridging and fusion, but these enhancements were not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS Load-sharing through elastic micro-motion accelerates bone formation in the challenging goat ACDF model. The elastically deformable implant used in this study may promote early bony bridging and increased rates of fusion, but future studies will be necessary to comprehensively characterize the advantages of load-sharing through micro-motion.
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- Eric H. Ledet
- ReVivo Medical, 33 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville, NY 12211,Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Department of Biomedical Engineering, 110 8 Street, Troy, NY 12180,Stratton VA Medical Center, R&D Service, 113 Holland Avenue, Albany, NY, 12208
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- ReVivo Medical, 33 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville, NY 12211,Albany Medical College, Department of Neurosurgery, 47 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208
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- Veterinary Specialties Referral Center, 1641 Main Street, Pattersonville, NY 12137
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Preventing Construct Subsidence Following Cervical Corpectomy: The Bump-stop Technique. Asian Spine J 2018; 12:156-161. [PMID: 29503696 PMCID: PMC5821922 DOI: 10.4184/asj.2018.12.1.156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2017] [Revised: 04/26/2017] [Accepted: 05/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Cervical corpectomy is a viable technique for the treatment of multilevel cervical spine pathology. Despite multiple advances in both surgical technique and implant technology, the rate of construct subsidence can range from 6% for single-level procedures to 71% for multilevel procedures. In this technical note, we describe a novel technique, the bump-stop technique, for cervical corpectomy. The technique positions the superior and inferior screw holes such that the vertebral bodies bisect them. This allows for fixation in the dense cortical bone of the endplate while providing a buttress to corpectomy cage subsidence. We then discuss a retrospective case review of 24 consecutive patients, who were treated using this approach, demonstrating a lower than previously reported cage subsidence rate.
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Heary RF, Parvathreddy N, Sampath S, Agarwal N. Elastic modulus in the selection of interbody implants. JOURNAL OF SPINE SURGERY 2017; 3:163-167. [PMID: 28744496 DOI: 10.21037/jss.2017.05.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND The modulus of elasticity of an assortment of materials used in spinal surgery, as well as cortical and cancellous bones, is determined by direct measurements and plotting of the appropriate curves. When utilized in spine surgery, the stiffness of a surgical implant can affect its material characteristics. The modulus of elasticity, or Young's modulus, measures the stiffness of a material by calculating the slope of the material's stress-strain curve. While many papers and presentations refer to the modulus of elasticity as a reason for the choice of a particular spinal implant, no peer-reviewed surgical journal article has previously been published where the Young's modulus values of interbody implants have been measured. METHODS Materials were tested under pure compression at the rate of 2 mm/min. A maximum of 45 kilonewtons (kN) compressive force was applied. Stress-strain characteristics under compressive force were plotted and this plot was used to calculate the elastic modulus. RESULTS The elastic modulus calculated for metals was more than 50 Gigapascals (GPa) and had significantly higher modulus values compared to poly-ether-ether-ketone (PEEK) materials and allograft bone. CONCLUSIONS The data generated in this paper may facilitate surgeons to make informed decisions on their choices of interbody implants with specific attention to the stiffness of the implant chosen.
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- Robert F Heary
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey, USA
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Zhang F, Xu HC, Yin B, Xia XL, Ma XS, Wang HL, Yin J, Shao MH, Lyu FZ, Jiang JY. Can an Endplate-conformed Cervical Cage Provide a Better Biomechanical Environment than a Typical Non-conformed Cage?: A Finite Element Model and Cadaver Study. Orthop Surg 2017; 8:367-76. [PMID: 27627721 DOI: 10.1111/os.12261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2015] [Accepted: 03/21/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the biomechanical characteristics of endplate-conformed cervical cages by finite element method (FEM) analysis and cadaver study. METHODS Twelve specimens (C2 -C7 ) and a finite element model (C3 -C7 ) were subjected to biomechanical evaluations. In the cadaver study, specimens were randomly assigned to intact (I), endplate-conformed (C) and non-conformed (N) groups with C4-5 discs as the treated segments. The morphologies of the endplate-conformed cages were individualized according to CT images of group C and the cages fabricated with a 3-D printer. The non-conformed cages were wedge-shaped and similar to commercially available grafts. Axial pre-compression loads of 73.6 N and moment of 1.8 Nm were used to simulate flexion (FLE), extension (EXT), lateral bending (LB) and axial rotation (AR). Range of motion (ROM) at C4-5 of each specimen was recorded and film sensors fixed between the cages and C5 superior endplates were used to detect interface stress. A finite element model was built based on the CT data of a healthy male volunteer. The morphologies of the endplate-conformed and wedge-shaped, non-conformed cervical cages were both simulated by a reverse engineering technique and implanted at the segment of C4-5 in the finite element model for biomechanical evaluation. Force loading and grouping were similar to those applied in the cadaver study. ROM of C4-5 in group I were recorded to validate the finite element model. Additionally, maximum cage-endplate interface stresses, stress distribution contours on adjoining endplates, intra-disc stresses and facet loadings at adjacent segments were measured and compared between groups. RESULTS In the cadaver study, Group C showed a much lower interface stress in all directions of motion (all P < 0.05) and the ROM of C4-5 was smaller in FLE-EXT (P = 0.001) but larger in AR (P = 0.017). FEM analysis produced similar results: the model implanted with an endplate-conformed cage presented a lower interface stress with a more uniform stress distribution than that implanted with a non-conformed cage. Additionally, intra-disc stress and facet loading at the adjacent segments were obviously increased in both groups C and N, especially those at the supra-jacent segments. However, stress increase was milder in group C than in group N for all directions of motion. CONCLUSIONS Endplate-conformed cages can decrease cage-endplate interface stress in all directions of motion and increase cervical stability in FLE-EXT. Additionally, adjacent segments are possibly protected because intra-disc stress and facet loading are smaller after endplate-conformed cage implantation. However, axial stability was reduced in group C, indicating that endplate-conformed cage should not be used alone and an anterior plate system is still important in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion.
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- Fan Zhang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Shanghai Medical College, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China. .,Department of Orthopaedics, The Fifth People's Hospital of Shanghai, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Han SY, Kim HW, Lee CY, Kim HR, Park DH. Stand-Alone Cages for Anterior Cervical Fusion: Are There No Problems? KOREAN JOURNAL OF SPINE 2016; 13:13-9. [PMID: 27123025 PMCID: PMC4844655 DOI: 10.14245/kjs.2016.13.1.13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2015] [Revised: 02/04/2016] [Accepted: 02/05/2016] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Objective There are complications in stand-alone cage assisted anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), such as cage subsidence and kyphosis. Here we report our clinical result on ACDF, comparing with stand-alone cages and with cervical plate system for degenerative cervical spine diseases. Methods Patients with degenerative cervical disease who were diagnosed and treated in Konyang University Hospital between January 2004 and December 2014 were included in this study. Patients who had operation in single level ACDF were selected. Patients scored the degree of pain using visual analog scale before and after the surgery. Subsidence was defined as ≥3-mm decrease of the segmental height, and cervical kyphosis was defined as progression of ≥5° at 12 months after postoperative follow-up compared to that measured at the immediate postoperative period. Results A total of 81 patients were enrolled for this study. Forty-five patients were included in a cervical plate group and the others were in stand-alone cage group. There was no statistical difference in pain score between the 2 groups. Segmental subsidence was observed in 7 patients (15.6%) in plate-assisted cervical fusion group, and 13 patients (36.1%) in stand-alone cage group. Segmental kyphosis was observed in 4 patients (8.9%) in plate-assisted cervical fusion group, and 10 patients (27.8%) in stand-alone cage group. There was statistical difference between the 2 groups. Conclusion There was no difference in pain between 2 groups. But stand-alone case group showed higher incidence rate than plate-assisted cervical fusion group in segmental subsidence and cervical kyphosis. When designing cervical fusion, more attention should be given selecting the surgical technique.
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- Sang Youp Han
- Department of Neurosurgery, Konyang University Hospital, Konyang University Collge of Medicine, Daejon, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Konyang University Hospital, Konyang University Collge of Medicine, Daejon, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Konyang University Hospital, Konyang University Collge of Medicine, Daejon, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Konyang University Hospital, Konyang University Collge of Medicine, Daejon, Korea
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Konyang University Hospital, Konyang University Collge of Medicine, Daejon, Korea
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Krieg SM, Meyer HS, Meyer B. [Spinal column: implants and revisions]. Chirurg 2016; 87:202-7. [PMID: 26779646 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-015-0119-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Non-fusion spinal implants are designed to reduce the commonly occurring risks and complications of spinal fusion surgery, e.g. long duration of surgery, high blood loss, screw loosening and adjacent segment disease, by dynamic or movement preserving approaches. This principle could be shown for interspinous spacers, cervical and lumbar total disc replacement and dynamic stabilization; however, due to the continuing high rate of revision surgery, the indications for surgery require as much attention and evidence as comparative data on the surgical technique itself.
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- S M Krieg
- Neurochirurgische Klinik und Poliklinik, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675, München, Deutschland
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- Neurochirurgische Klinik und Poliklinik, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675, München, Deutschland
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- Neurochirurgische Klinik und Poliklinik, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675, München, Deutschland.
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Ramos E, Mendel E. Redefining tradition: the anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. World Neurosurg 2013; 82:e77-8. [PMID: 23376382 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2013.01.109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2012] [Accepted: 01/28/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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- Edwin Ramos
- Department of Neurological Surgery, The James Comprehensive Cancer Center and The Wexner Medical Center at the Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, The James Comprehensive Cancer Center and The Wexner Medical Center at the Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA.
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Park JY, Zhang HY, Oh MC. New technical tip for anterior cervical plating : make hole first and choose the proper plate size later. J Korean Neurosurg Soc 2011; 49:212-6. [PMID: 21607178 DOI: 10.3340/jkns.2011.49.4.212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2010] [Revised: 03/14/2011] [Accepted: 04/05/2011] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE It is well known that plate-to-disc distance (PDD) is closely related to adjacent-level ossification following anterior cervical plate placement. The study was undertaken to compare the outcomes of two different anterior cervical plating methods for degenerative cervical condition. Specifically, the new method involves making holes for plate screws first with an air drill and then choosing a plate size. The other method was standard, that is, decide on the plate size first, locate the plate on the anterior vertebral body, and then drilling the screw holes. Our null hypothesis was that the new technical tip may increase PDD as compared with the standard anterior cervical plating procedure. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 49 patients who had a solid fusion after anterior cervical arthrodesis with a plate for the treatment of cervical disc degeneration. Twenty-three patients underwent the new anterior cervical plating technique (Group A) and 26 patients underwent the standard technique (Group B). PDD and ratios between PDD to anterior body heights (ABH) were measured using postoperative lateral radiographs. In addition, operating times and clinical results were reviewed in all cases. RESULTS The mean durations of follow-up were 16.42±5.99 (Group A) and 19.83±6.71 (Group B) months, range 12 to 35 months. Of these parameters mentioned above, cephalad PDD (5.43 versus 3.46 mm, p=0.005) and cephalad PDD/ABH (0.36 versus 0.23, p=0.004) were significantly greater in the Group A, whereas operation time for two segment arthrodesis (141.9 versus 170.6 minutes, p=0.047) was significantly lower in the Group A. There were no significant difference between the two groups in caudal PDD (5.92 versus 5.06 mm), caudal PDD/ABH (0.37 versus 0.32) and clinical results. CONCLUSION The new anterior cervical plating method represents an improvement over the standard method in terms of cephalad plate-to-disc distance and operating time.
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- Jeong Yoon Park
- Department of Neurosurgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Spine and Spinal Cord Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Joung YI, Oh SH, Ko Y, Yi HJ, Lee SK. Subsidence of Cylindrical Cage (AMSLUtrade mark Cage) : Postoperative 1 Year Follow-up of the Cervical Anterior Interbody Fusion. J Korean Neurosurg Soc 2008; 42:367-70. [PMID: 19096571 DOI: 10.3340/jkns.2007.42.5.367] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2007] [Accepted: 09/21/2007] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE There are numerous reports on the primary stabilizing effects of the different cervical cages for cervical radiculopathy. But, little is known about the subsidence which may be clinical problem postoperatively. The goal of this study is to evaluate subsidence of cage and investigate the correlation between radiologic subsidence and clinical outcome. METHODS To assess possible subsidence, the authors investigated clinical and radiological results of the one-hundred patients who underwent anterior cervical fusion by using AMSLUtrade mark cage during the period between January 2003 and June 2005. Preoperative and postoperative lateral radiographs were measured for height of intervertebral disc space where cages were placed. Intervertebral disc space was measured by dividing the sum of anterior, posterior, and midpoint interbody distance by 3. Follow-up time was 6 to 12 months. Subsidence was defined as any change in at least one of our parameters of at least 3 mm. RESULTS Subsidence was found in 22 patients (22%). The mean value of subsidence was 2.21 mm, and mean subsidence rate was 22%. There were no cases of the clinical status deterioration during the follow-up period. No posterior or anterior migration was observed. CONCLUSION The phenomenon of subsidence is seen in substantial number of patients. Nevertheless, clinical and radiological results of the surgery were favorable. An excessive subsidence may result in hardware failure. Endplate preservation may enables us to control subsidence and reduce the number of complications.
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- Young Il Joung
- Department of Neurosurgery, Hanyang University Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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Iliac Bars Lever Reduction and Fixation System Used in the Treatment of Spondylolisthesis. SAS JOURNAL 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/s1935-9810(08)70018-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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In Vivo Assessment of Bone Graft/Endplate Contact Pressure in a Caprine Interbody Pseudarthrosis Model: A Preliminary Biomechanical Characterization of the Fusion Process for the Development of a Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Biosensor. SAS JOURNAL 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/s1935-9810(08)70011-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Ferrara LA, Gordon I, Schlenk R, Coquillette M, Fleischman AJ, Roy S, Togawa D, Bauer TW, Benzel EC. In Vivo Assessment of Bone Graft/Endplate Contact Pressure in a Caprine Interbody Pseudarthrosis Model: A Preliminary Biomechanical Characterization of the Fusion Process for the Development of a Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Biosensor. Int J Spine Surg 2008; 2:1-8. [PMID: 25802595 PMCID: PMC4365651 DOI: 10.1016/sasj-2007-0102-rr] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2007] [Accepted: 10/27/2007] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background In this preliminary study we used a goat model to quantify pressure at an interbody bone graft interface. Although the study was designed to assess fusion status, the concept behind the technology could lead to early detection of implant failure and potential hazardous complications related to motion-preservation devices. The purpose of this study was to investigate the feasibility of in vivo pressure monitoring as a strategy to determine fusion status. Methods Telemetric pressure transducers were implanted, and pressure at the bone graft interfaces of cervical interbody fusion autografts placed into living goats (Groups A and B) was evaluated. Group A constituted the 4-month survival group and Group B the 6-month survival group. One goat served as the study control (Group C) and was not implanted with a pressure transducer. An additional six cadaveric goat cervical spines (Group D) were obtained from a local slaughterhouse and implanted with bone grafts and ventral plates and used for in vitro biomechanical comparison to the specimens from Groups A and B. Results All goats demonstrated an increase in interface pressure within the first 10 days postoperatively, with the largest relative change in pressure occurring between the sixth and ninth days. The goats from Groups A and B had a 200% to 400% increase in relative pressure. Conclusions Although this was a pilot study to assess pressure as an indicator for a fusion or pseudarthrosis, the preliminary data suggest that early bone healing is detectable by an increase in pressure. Thus, pressure may serve as an indicator of fusion status by detecting altered biomechanical parameters.
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Iliac bars lever reduction and fixation system used in the treatment of spondylolisthesis. Int J Spine Surg 2008; 2:48-54. [PMID: 25802602 PMCID: PMC4365659 DOI: 10.1016/sasj-2007-0110-nt] [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: 08/10/2007] [Accepted: 11/08/2007] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of the current study was to use the Iliac Bars Lever Reduction and Fixation System (IBLRFS) for Grades 1 and 2 spondylolytic spondylolisthesis, evaluate its stability and reductive efficacy, and examine the complications. Methods Between April 2005 and August 2006, 44 patients with Grades 1 and 2 spondylolytic spondylolisthesis were treated surgically: 21 patients underwent posterior Iliac Bars Lever Reduction and Fixation (IBRLFS), 23 patients were treated with traditional stabilization and reduction systems (SRS). The follow-up periods ranged from 1 to 2 years (mean, 1 year and 2 months). The clinical outcome, fusion rate, average percentile degree of displacement, displacement angle, sacral inclination, ratio of intervertebral height, and complications were evaluated. Operating time, blood loss, and duration of hospital stay were compared. Results There were no statistically significant differences between the 2 groups in blood loss, recovery rate, and radiographic results. However, there were statistically significant differences in operating time (P < .05), duration of hospital stay (P < .05). There were no cases of nonunion in the two groups. In the IBLRFS group, preoperatively, the average percentile degree of displacement, displacement angle, sacral inclination, and ratio of intervertebral height were 23.48% ± 5.36%, 2.2° ± 1.1°, 29.4° ± 6.5°, and 0.68 ± 0.21, respectively. Postoperatively, the respective measurements were 6.47% ± 1.49%, 10.3° ± 3.3°, 42.6° ± 8.1°, and 0.85 ± 0.12. No patients experienced major complications. In the SRS group, preoperatively, the average percentile degree of displacement, displacement angle, sacral inclination, and ratio of intervertebral height were 21.78% ± 5.16%, 2.3° ± 1.0°, 26.4° ± 8.5°, and 0.62 ± 0.25, respectively. Postoperatively, the respective measurements were 6.34% ± 2.01%, 9.8° ± 2.1°, 44.1° ± 7.6°, and 0.79 ± 0.23. One patient experienced a badly placed screw in the right pedicle of lumbar 4. Conclusions This kind of new fixation system (IBLRFS) was shown to be useful in the treatment of spondylolisthesis, and its use was associated with minimal complications after 14 months of mean follow-up. Level of Evidence Therapeutic, case studies (level 4).
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Samartzis D, Shen FH, Lyon C, Phillips M, Goldberg EJ, An HS. Does rigid instrumentation increase the fusion rate in one-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion? Spine J 2004; 4:636-43. [PMID: 15541695 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2004.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 127] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2003] [Accepted: 04/20/2004] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Although plate fixation enhances the fusion rate in multilevel anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), debate exists regarding the efficacy of nonplating to rigid plate fixation in one-level ACDF. PURPOSE To determine the efficacy of nonplating to rigid plate fixation in regards to fusion rate and clinical outcome in patients undergoing one-level ACDF with autograft. STUDY DESIGN A review of 69 consecutive patients who underwent one-level ACDF with autograft and with or without rigid anterior cervical plate fixation. PATIENT SAMPLE Sixty-nine patients who underwent one-level ACDF (mean age, 45 years) were evaluated for radiographic evidence of fusion (mean, 14 months) and for clinical outcome. All patients received tricortical iliac crest autografts. Disc space distraction was 2 mm, the grafts were inserted with the cortical surface positioned anteriorly, and each graft was countersunk 2 mm from the anterior vertebral border. Thirty-eight patients underwent nonplated ACDF and 31 patients underwent plated ACDF. Eighteen Orion (Sofamor-Danek, Memphis, TN), eight Atlantis (Sofamor-Danek) and five PEAK polyaxial (Depuy-Acromed, Rayham, MA) anterior cervical plating systems were used. Rigid plate fixation was used in all patients with instrumentation. Postoperatively, hard collars were worn 6 to 8 weeks in nonplated patients and soft collars were worn for 3 to 4 weeks in plated patients. Twenty-four patients were smokers (54.2% nonplating; 45.8% plating) and work-related injuries entailed 23 patients (47.8% nonplating; 52.2% plating). OUTCOME MEASURES Fusion was assessed based on last follow-up of lateral neutral, flexion and extension radiographs. Radiographs were evaluated blindly to assess fusion and instrumentation integrity between nonplated and plated patients. Clinical outcomes were assessed with the Cervical Spine Outcomes Questionnaire and also assessed on last follow-up as excellent, good, fair or poor based on Odom's criteria. METHODS Fusion rate and postoperative clinical outcome were assessed in 69 patients who underwent one-level ACDF with autograft and with or without rigid anterior plate fixation. Additional risk factors were also analyzed. Statistical significance was established at p<.05. RESULTS Sixty-six patients (95.7%) achieved a solid fusion (100% nonplated; 90.3% plated). Nonunions occurred in three patients (1 smoker; 2 nonsmokers) with Orion instrumentation. Slight screw penetration into the involved and uninvolved interbody spaces occurred in one patient who was a nonsmoker and did not achieve fusion. One superficial cervical wound infection was noted in a nonplated patient. No other intraoperative or postoperative complications were noted. No statistically significant difference was noted between nonplating to rigid plating upon fusion rate (p>.05). All nonunions occurred at the C5-C6 level. Mean estimated intraoperative blood loss was significantly greater in plated patients (p=.043). Revision surgery involved 9.7% of the plated patients, whereas none of the nonplated patients required reoperation. Postoperative clinical outcome was assessed in all patients (mean, 21 months). Excellent results were noted in 18.8%, good results in 72.5% and fair results in 8.7% of the patients. Nonunion patients reported satisfactory clinical outcome. No statistical significance was noted between clinical outcome of fused and nonfused patients, the presence of a work-related injury and the use of plating (p>.05). Demographics and history of smoking were not factors influencing fusion or clinical outcome in this series (p>.05). The effect on fusion by various plate types could not be discerned from this study. CONCLUSION A 100% and 90.3% fusion rate was obtained for one-level nonplated and plated ACDF procedures with autograft, respectively. The effects of smoking or level of fusion could not be discerned from these one-level cases. Excellent and good clinical outcome results were obtained for 91.3%. Nonplating or rigid plate fixation for ACDF in properly selected patients to treat radiculopathy with or without myelopathy has a high fusion rate and yields a satisfactory clinical outcome. Although controversy exists as to the efficacy of rigid plate fixation in one-level ACDF, solid bone fusion can be adequately obtained without plate fixation and instrumentation-related complications can be avoided. In line with the literature, plate fixation should be reserved for patients unwilling or unable to wear a hard orthosis postoperatively for an extended period of time or for those patients who seek a quicker return to normal activities. Proper patient selection, meticulous operative technique and postoperative care is essential to promote optimal graft-host incorporation.
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- Dino Samartzis
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, 1725 West Harrison St., Suite 1063 POB, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
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Narotam PK, Pauley SM, McGinn GJ. Titanium mesh cages for cervical spine stabilization after corpectomy: a clinical and radiological study. J Neurosurg 2003; 99:172-80. [PMID: 12956460 DOI: 10.3171/spi.2003.99.2.0172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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OBJECT Reconstruction after anterior cervical decompression has involved the use of tricortical iliac crest bone or fibular strut grafts, but has been associated with significant morbidity. In this study the authors evaluated the efficacy of titanium mesh cages (TMCs) for stability and fusion following anterior cervical corpectomy. METHODS Thirty-seven patients were prospectively evaluated during a 4-year period. The majority presented with spinal cord compression (97%) often due to cervical spondylosis (87%). The TMC was filled with iliac crest bone chips or Surgibone and stabilized by anterior cervical plates (ACPs). The changes in settling ratio, coronal and sagittal angles, and sagittal displacement were determined at 3, 6, and 12 months; immediate postoperative radiographs were used as baseline. Flexion-extension radiographs and computerized tomography (CT) scans (obtained at 1 year) were examined to assess stability, fusion, and bone growth within the TMC. Complications such as settling, telescoping, migration, and pseudarthrosis were not observed. Dynamic radiography revealed spinal stability in all patients. Cage-related complications occurred in 2.7% (TMC malplacement [one patient]), surgery-related complications in 10.8%, and graft-related complications in 21.6%. Evidence of bone growth into the TMC was documented in 16 (95%) of 17 patients on CT scans. The mean cage height-related settling rates were 4.46% at 3 months (31 patients [p = 0.066]), 3.89% at 6 months (28 patients [p = 0.028]), and 4.35% at 1 year (27 patients [p = 0.958]). The mean sagittal displacement changed by 3.9% (23 patients [p = 0.73]). The mean coronal and sagittal angles changed 2.89 degrees (30 patients [p = 0.498]) and 2.09 degrees (29 patients [p = 0.001]) at 1 year, respectively, or at last follow up from baseline. No significant differences in the radiological indices were seen when multilevel vertebrectomy cases were compared with single-level vertebrectomy (p = 0.221), smoking status, or age. Conclusions. Titanium mesh cages, in combination with ACPs, are safe and effective for vertebral replacement in the cervical spine.
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- Pradeep K Narotam
- Division of Neurosurgery, Creighton University Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska 68131, USA.
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