Publications by authors named "John Chen Li Tat"
Article Synopsis
- Multiple spinal epidural abscesses and systemic infections can lead to severe complications like sepsis and organ failure, necessitating complex surgical interventions.
- A 69-year-old woman with multiple abscesses underwent pre-operative resuscitation and targeted surgery, resulting in her recovery without neurological deficits.
- Successful management of such serious infections relies on a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and prioritize less invasive surgical options for the patient's safety.
Background: The aim of this study was to identify the rate of unsuspected malignancy in vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) treated with percutaneous vertebral augmentation procedures (PVAPs).
Methods: From 2004-2015, 410 patients with VCFs underwent PVAPs with biopsy in a single tertiary hospital. All patients had preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) read by consultant radiologists and reviewed by the performing surgeon prior to PVAPs.
Study Design: This is a prospective study.
Objective: A 2-year outcome of erectile dysfunction (ED) in patients younger than 50 years with fracture-unrelated lumbar spine disease requiring surgical decompression for ED is evaluated. Risk factors for ED were also evaluated.
Study Design: This is a prospective study.
Objective: The prevalence of erectile dysfunction (ED) in patients younger than 50 years with fracture-unrelated lumbar spine disease requiring surgical decompression without other risk factors for ED is evaluated.
Summary Of Background Data: There is little literature documenting ED in young patients with atraumatic lumbar spine disease.