Publications by authors named "Rufai Mahmud"
Study Design: Retrospective review of consecutive series.
Objective: The study sought to assess the effect of prolonged pre-operative halo gravity traction (HGT) on the c-spine radiographs.
Methods: Data of 37 pediatric and adult patients who underwent ≥ 12wks pre-op HGT prior to definitive spine surgery from 2013-2015 at a single site in West Africa was reviewed.
Study Design: Retrospective Review of Prospective cohort.
Objective: To describe the feasibility of preoperative halo gravity traction (HGT) with subsequent growing rod/guided growth (GR/GG) placement in early onset spinal deformity (EOSD).
Summary Of Background Data: In children with severe EOSD, primary implantation of GR/GG constructs is not always possible.
Study Design: Retrospective review of prospective cohort.
Objective: We sought to examine the role of halo gravity traction (HGT) in reducing preoperative surgical risk.
Summary Of Background Data: The impact of HGT on procedure choice, preoperative risk factors, and surgical complications has not been previously described.
Background: Posterior vertebral column resection (PVCR) is a challenging but effective technique for the correction of complex spinal deformity. However, it has a high complication rate and carries a substantial risk for neurologic injury.
Purpose: The aim was to test whether the apex of the deformity influences the clinical outcomes and complications in patients undergoing PVCR.
Article Synopsis
- The study involved a retrospective analysis of a single-center database focusing on a modified halo-gravity traction (HGT) protocol for severe spinal deformities in West Africa.
- The research aimed to assess clinical and radiographic outcomes, highlighting that preoperative traction can aid in partial correction before definitive surgeries.
- Results showed significant improvement in spinal curve angles and health-related quality of life, though the greatest deformity correction was achieved post-surgery rather than during traction.