Lumbar Spinal Rahisynthesis with Plif: a Retrospective Study of 58 Patients Demonstrating Imaging and Clinical Outcomes with One Year Follow-up.

Background/objectives: Nowadays, posterior lumbar cages remain a popular choice among the available options for interbody fusion even when compared with anterior approaches. As the posterior lumbar anatomy permits a relatively easy exposure to the spinal anatomy of interest, expandable cages prove to be a reliable tool for 360-degree fusion. Our study aspires to investigate the postoperative effects of Flarehawk 9 after open posterior lumbar fixation.

Cement leakage and pulmonary embolism by bone cement-augmented pedicle screw fixation of the thoracolumbar spine - A case report.

Background: Few studies discuss the complication of pulmonary cement embolism (PCE) due to cement augmented pedicle screw instrumentation (CAPSI) of the thoracolumbar spine.

Case Description: A 62 female with a history of multiple myeloma and Sjogren's syndrome on chronic steroids developed an osteoporotic L1 compression fracture and underwent posterior stabilization with a T10-L4 CAPSI. However, postoperatively, the patient developed a surgical site infection and a PCE, resulting in severe respiratory compromise and death 1 month later.

White Cord Syndrome Following Cervical Surgery in a Patient With Klippel-Feil Syndrome: A Case Report.

White cord syndrome is a rare entity, as there are very few cases described in the current literature. Postoperative MRI examination reveals cord intrinsic changes, including edema and ischemia. It is also described as a reperfusion injury of the spinal cord.

Correction: Osteoporotic Burst Fracture in a Young Male Adult as First Presentation of a Rare PLS3 Mutation: A Case Report.

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Osteoporotic Burst Fracture in a Young Male Adult as First Presentation of a Rare PLS3 Mutation: A Case Report.

Low-impact spinal fractures in young patients are rare and should raise suspicion of an underlying condition, as these injuries are typically the result of high-energy trauma. We describe a case of a young male patient who sustained a burst fracture of the first lumbar vertebra (L1) following low-energy trauma. The patient underwent percutaneous posterior spinal instrumentation, yet the poor bone quality detected intraoperatively prompted further diagnostic evaluation.

Our C-Arm-Free Minimally Invasive Technique for Spinal Surgery: The Thoracolumbar and Lumbar Spine-Based on Our Experiences.

: The implementation of intraoperative imaging in the procedures performed under the guidance of the same finds its history dating back to the early 1990s. This practice was abandoned due to many deficits and practicality. Later, fluoroscopy-dependent techniques were developed and have been used even in the present time, albeit with several disadvantages.

A C-Arm-Free Minimally Invasive Technique for Spinal Surgery: Cervical and Thoracic Spine.

: C-arm-free MIS techniques can offer significantly reduced rates of postoperative complications such as inadequate decompression, blood loss, and instrumentation misplacement. Another advantageous long-term aspect is the notably diminished exposure to radiation, which is known to cause malignant changes. This study emphasizes that, in some cases of spinal conditions that require a procedural intervention, C-arm-free MIS techniques hold stronger indications than open surgeries guided by image intensifiers.

Surgical Site Infection Following the Correction of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis With ApiFix: A Retrospective Study Analyzing Its Incidence and Recurrence.

Background and objective ApiFix (OrthoPediatrics, Warsaw, IN) is an internal brace used for the correction of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) classified as Lenke 1 or 5 with a Cobb angle of 35-60 degrees that decreases to ≤30 degrees on lateral side-bending radiographs. Since the indications are very specific, it is not a common procedure. Our study aimed to evaluate the incidence of surgical site infection (SSI) and its recurrence following treatment with ApiFix.

Diabetic Lumbosacral Radiculoplexus Neuropathy as an Early Onset Postoperative Complication After Posterior Lumbar Fixation and Decompression.

Diabetic amyotrophy, also known as diabetic lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathy (DLRN), is a condition associated with sudden pain apparition and progressive distal extremities weakness leading to ambulatory status. A wide range of causes and pathologies may be involved, rendering the diagnosis challenging. Uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) can be a trigger factor for such disorders.

Limbus vertebrae of the cervical spine: A case report.

Limbus vertebra is a common radiological finding in an adult, especially in the mid-lumbar region. However it is less commonly seen in the mid cervical region. A case of an anterior limbus vertebra seen on the cervical spine on an adult suffering from a T5 fracture is reported.

Cruciate Paralysis Following a Displaced Type II Odontoid Fracture: A Case Report.

A 54-year-old male was admitted to our emergency department by air transport after being hit as a pedestrian by a motorcycle. He presented with impaired motor function in the upper extremities bilaterally while sensation was spared. He presented no motor or sensory impairment of the lower extremities.

Acute-on-chronic slipped femoral epiphysis following posterior spinal fusion due to idiopathic scoliosis: Case report.

The aim of this case report is to present a rare case of acute slipped femoral capital on a chronic slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) after spinal fusion due to idiopathic scoliosis. A 14 year old male patient underwent posterior spinal fusion due to idiopathic thoracic scoliosis. Post-operatively, the patient presented with acute pain in the left hip and a reduced range of motion, which revealed acute SCFE.