Publications by authors named "M Rauschmann"
Background: The prevalence of osteoporosis is escalating alongside an aging global population, increasing the demand for spinal surgeries, including those necessitating cement augmentation for enhanced construct stability.
Objective: This article delves into the nuanced application of cement augmentation techniques for pedicle screws and vertebral body replacements (VBR), aimed at optimizing surgical outcomes in osteoporotic spines.
Method: Drawing from a comprehensive literature review according to important clinical and biomechanical studies and the authors' clinical experiences, we elucidate strategies to mitigate complications and improve surgical efficacy.
Background: The prevalence of osteoporosis is escalating alongside an aging global population, increasing the demand for spinal surgeries, including those necessitating cement augmentation for enhanced construct stability.
Objective: This article delves into the nuanced application of cement augmentation techniques for pedicle screws and vertebral body replacements (VBR), aimed at optimizing surgical outcomes in osteoporotic spines.
Method: Drawing from a comprehensive literature review according to important clinical and biomechanical studies and the authors' clinical experiences, we elucidate strategies to mitigate complications and improve surgical efficacy.
Purpose: To outline clinical effectiveness of continuous epidural analgesia (CEA) in patients with failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) or lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) depending on severity of spinal degeneration.
Methods: In this retrospective cohort study, all patients with FBSS or LSS who underwent CEA within an inpatient rehabilitation program were evaluated. The pain reduction was measured by VAS on an hourly basis.
Article Synopsis
- Isthmic spondylolisthesis commonly affects the lower back, leading to pain and reduced quality of life, with various surgical options available for treatment.
- This study analyzes data from the German spine registry, comparing anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) techniques in 602 patients treated between January 2017 and May 2021, focusing on demographics and complication rates.
- The findings showed that while PLIF was more commonly performed and had patients with more severe conditions, both procedures resulted in similar patient outcomes, indicating a need for further research to better compare these surgical methods.
Introduction: Several types of rod-to-rod connectors are available for the extension of spinal fixation systems. However, scientific literature regarding the mechanical performance of different rod-to-rod connector systems is lacking.
Research Question: The goal of this study was to evaluate the mechanical characteristics of axial and lateral rod connectors in comparison to a conventional pedicle screw rod (titanium and cobalt chromium) construct.