Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Versus Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion for Degenerative Spinal Pathology: Clinical Outcome Comparison in Patients With Predominant Back Pain.

Study Design: Retrospective review.

Objective: To compare perioperative and postoperative clinical outcomes between minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (MIS-TLIF) and lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) in patients presenting with predominant back pain.

Background: Two popular techniques utilized for lumbar arthrodesis are MIS-TLIF and LLIF.

Does Baseline Mental Health Influence Outcomes among Workers' Compensation Claimants Undergoing Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion?

Study Design: This was a retrospective cohort study.

Purpose: This study investigated the influence of preoperative mental health on patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and minimal clinically important difference (MCID) among workers' compensation (WC) recipients undergoing minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (MIS TLIF).

Overview Of Literature: No studies have evaluated the impact of preoperative mental functioning on outcomes following MIS TLIF among WC claimants.

Level-specific Perioperative and Clinical Outcome Comparison: Cervical Disk Replacement Versus Anterior Cervical Diskectomy and Fusion at C5-C6 in Patients With Myeloradiculopathy.

Introduction: This study compares perioperative and postoperative clinical outcomes in patients undergoing anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion (ACDF) or cervical disk replacement (CDR) at C5-C6 in patients with myeloradiculopathy.

Methods: Primary, elective, single-level CDR or ACDF procedures at C5-C6 for patients with myeloradiculopathy were included. Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) included visual analog scale (VAS) neck, VAS arm, Neck Disability Index (NDI), Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Physical Function (PROMIS-PF), and Short-Form 12-Item Physical Composite Score (SF-12 PCS) collected at preoperative/6-week/12-week/6-month/1-year time points.

Presenting Mental Health Influences Postoperative Clinical Trajectory and Long-Term Patient Satisfaction After Lumbar Decompression.

Objective: To compare patient-reported outcomes (PROMs), postoperative patient-reported satisfaction, and minimum clinically important difference (MCID) achievement after minimally invasive surgery lumbar decompression (MIS-LD) in patients stratified by their preoperative 12-Item Short-Form Mental Component Score (SF-12 MCS).

Methods: Patients who underwent single-level/multilevel MIS-LD were included. PROMs were administered preoperatively and 6 weeks/12 weeks/6 months/1 year postoperatively.

Neck Disability at Presentation Influences Long-Term Clinical Improvement for Neck Pain, Arm Pain, Disability, and Physical Function in Patients Undergoing Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion.

Objective: To compare perioperative characteristics, patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and minimum clinically important difference (MCID) achievement after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) in patients stratified by preoperative neck disability.

Background: The Neck Disability Index (NDI) assesses a patient's self-perceived neck disability and is often used to assess the efficacy of cervical surgical intervention. Our study (a retrospective cohort study) evaluates how preoperative severity of patient neck disability influences postoperative clinical improvement after ACDF.

Systematic Review: Applications of Intraoperative Ultrasonography in Spinal Surgery.

Background: As a result of increased practicality and decreased costs and radiation, interest has increased in intraoperative ultrasonography (iUS) in spinal surgery applications; however, few studies have provided a robust overview of its use in spinal surgery. We synthesize findings of existing literature on use of iUS in navigation, pedicle screw placement, and identification of anatomy during spinal interventions.

Methods: PRISMA guidelines were used in this systematic review.

Influence of Self-Identified Gender on Clinical Outcomes and Postoperative Patient Satisfaction After Lumbar Decompression: Cohort-Matched Analysis.

Objective: We compared the patient-reported outcomes (PROs), minimal clinically important difference (MCID) achievement, and perceived postoperative satisfaction after minimally invasive lumbar decompression of patients stratified by self-identified gender.

Methods: Patients who had undergone single minimally invasive lumbar decompression were identified. The PRO measures were administered preoperatively and postoperatively and included the PRO measurement information system-physical function, visual analog scale (VAS) for back and leg pain, Oswestry disability index (ODI), and 12-item short form physical and mental component scores.

The Effect of the Severity of Preoperative Disability on Patient-Reported Outcomes and Patient Satisfaction Following Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion.

Objective: To compare patient-reported outcomes (PROMs), satisfaction, and minimum clinically important difference (MCID) achievement following minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion stratified by preoperative disability.

Methods: Minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusions were grouped by preoperative Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) score: ODI <41 or ODI ≥41. PROMs administered pre/postoperatively included Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System physical function (PROMIS-PF), visual analog scale (VAS) back/leg, ODI, and 12-Item Short-Form Physical Composite Score (SF-12 PCS)/12-Item Short-Form Mental Composite Score (SF-12 MCS).

Single-level TLIF Versus LLIF at L4-5: A Comparison of Patient-reported Outcomes and Recovery Ratios.

Introduction: Both transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) and lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) are suitable for achievement of lumbar arthrodesis. Comparative studies have observed complications and outcomes without stratification by lumbar level. This study aims to assess patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and recovery in TLIF and LLIF at L4-5.

Single-Level Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion versus Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion with Posterior Instrumentation at L5/S1.

Objective: To compare outcomes between minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (MIS-TLIF) and anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) at L5/S1.

Methods: Primary, elective, single, MIS-TLIF, or ALIF with posterior fixation at L5/S1 were identified. Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) were collected.