Combined anterior-posterior versus posterior only approach for surgical management of adult spinal deformity: a systematic review and meta-analysis of comparative studies.

Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to examine the clinical outcomes and complication rates for fusion procedures of adult spinal deformity (ASD) performed via an anterior-posterior approach as compared to a posterior-only approach to guide surgical decision-making. Numerous surgical techniques exist for operative management of ASD; however, no systematic review and meta-analysis exists comparing combined anterior-posterior approaches to posterior-only approach, despite significant interest in the current literature.

Methods: Four databases were used to collect articles from database inception until September 9th, 2023.

Cervical Laminoplasty is Associated With Lower Health Care Costs as Compared With Cervical Fusion Procedures: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Comparative Studies.

Study Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: The purpose of this study is to examine the cost of CLP versus CF stratified by approach to guide decision-making.

Summary Of Background Data: Cervical laminoplasty (CLP) and cervical fusion (CF) are viable alternatives for surgical management of cervical spine myelopathy, with no clear consensus on clinical superiority.

Examining Outcomes and Complications for Operative Versus Nonoperative Treatment of Pediatric Type II Supracondylar Humerus Fractures: A Systematic Review of Comparative Studies.

Objective: The optimal management of pediatric type II supracondylar humerus fractures (SCHFs) is debated. We conducted a systematic review comparing outcomes and complications of nonoperative versus operative management to aid decision-making and inform future research.

Methods: We searched PubMed, Web of Science, MEDLINE, and CINAHL from their inception until February 7, 2024, including studies on pediatric patients (<18 y) with any type II SCHF, provided they compared operative to nonoperative care and were in English.

Family-Based Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD for a Parent and Child.

Children with mental illness commonly live with caregivers who suffer from mental illness. Integrated mental-health-treatment approaches can provide more convenient and comprehensive care for families. This case report describes family-based treatment (FBT) for one parent/child dyad.