Lumbar Pedicle Dimensions Using CT Scan in Adults of South-Eastern Nigeria as Related to Transpedicular Fixation.

Background: Transpedicular fixation depends on accuracy of the entry points, angle of insertion and pedicular isthmus width for adequate screw insertion. Preoperative measurements of pedicle dimensions reduce the chances of failure during insertion. These pedicle dimensions (transverse diameter, longitudinal diameter, and maximum length of purchase [MLP]) vary with sex and race.

Synchronous Splenic and Intracerebral Abscesses in a Child.

Splenic abscess is a life-threatening condition, which is very rare in children. There is usually an infective focus or pre-disposing factors such as immunodeficiencies towards developing splenic abscesses. Only one case of splenic abscess with brain abscesses in an adult has been reported in the English literature.

Pattern of presentation and surgical management of spine tumors in Southeast Nigeria over a 10-year period.

Background: Spine tumors could affect the bony elements and/or its neural contents. Clinical manifestations are underlined by their biological behaviors. Aim: This study aims to identify the pattern of presentation and surgical management of spine tumors in southeast Nigeria over a 10-year period.

Changing Trends and Challenges of Spine Surgery in a Developing Country.

Background: Spine conditions are common and the surgery is evolving even in developed economies. This study aims to review the changing trends and challenges of spine surgery, particularly from a low-income country.

Methods: This is a retrospective study of patients who were surgically treated for spine conditions in Enugu, Nigeria.

Resection and imbrication of symptomatic sacral Tarlov cysts: A case report and review of the literature.

Background: Symptomatic Tarlov cysts are extremely rare, and there is no consensus regarding their optimal surgical management. Here, we encountered a patient with a symptomatic sacral Tarlov cyst and reviewed the appropriate literature.

Case Description: A 40-year-old male presented with right lower extremity pain and hypoesthesia in the right S2 dermatome.