Publications by authors named "R F Hartl"
Euro Surveill
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- * A total of 18 carbapenemase variants were identified, predominantly in ST131 clades A and C, with the most common variants being detected in 14 and 12 countries, respectively.
- * The rise in isolates carrying these genes since 2021 highlights a significant public health threat posed by the high-risk ST131 lineage.
N Am Spine Soc J
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- A study investigated the effectiveness of a virtually delivered mind-body program called VDTQM, which combines tai chi, qigong, and meditation, in treating low back pain (LBP) among adults.
- The study involved 350 participants, who were divided into a treatment group receiving 12 weeks of VDTQM classes and a waitlist control group, with outcomes measured primarily by pain-related disability and secondary factors like pain intensity and quality of life.
- Results indicated that the treatment group experienced significant improvements in pain-related disability and other outcomes at various points after treatment, suggesting that VDTQM could be a beneficial option for managing LBP.
Neurospine
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) reduces tissue damage through small incisions and advanced techniques, leading to benefits like less blood loss and shorter hospital stays compared to traditional open surgery.
- * A systematic review of literature from Jan 2013 to Mar 2024 analyzed complications related to MISS, finding that various complications (like nerve injuries and cerebrospinal fluid leaks) depend on the specific surgical approach (cervical, thoracic, or lumbar).
- * Although MISS generally lowers the risk of anatomical disruption, certain complications can still occur; the use of intraoperative monitoring and advanced technology may reduce these risks further, establishing MISS as a safe alternative to open surgery.
Article Synopsis
- The study evaluated the Single-Step Pedicle Screw System (SSPSS), a method for placing screws in minimally invasive spine surgery, that does not use traditional tools like K-wires.
- Researchers compared the planned screw paths with actual positions using CT scans after surgeries on patients who received lumbar interbody fusion.
- Results showed 95% accuracy in screw placements with no complications, suggesting SSPSS is a reliable alternative for pedicle screw placement.
