Lumbar Lordosis of Spinal Stenosis Patients during Intraoperative Prone Positioning.

Background: To evaluate the effect of spondylolisthesis on lumbar lordosis on the OSI (Jackson; Orthopaedic Systems Inc.) frame. Restoration of lumbar lordosis is important for maintaining sagittal balance.

Severe Endobronchial Inflammation Induced by Aspiration of a Ferrous Sulfate Tablet.

Iron supplements such as ferrous sulfate tablets are usually used to treat iron-deficiency anemia in some elderly patients with primary neurologic disorders or decreased gag reflexes due to stroke, senile dementia, or parkinsonism. While the aspiration of ferrous sulfate is rarely reported, it is a potentially life-threatening condition that can lead to airway necrosis and bronchial stenosis. A detailed history and high suspicion of aspiration are required to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.

Quality of Life Comparison between Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty in Patients with Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures.

Study Design: Retrospective evaluation.

Purpose: To compare quality of life in postmenopausal women with osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVFs) who underwent vertebroplasty (VP) or kyphoplasty (KP).

Overview Of Literature: Patient with OVFs who do not respond to conservative treatment can be treated with VP or ballon KP for faster pain relief.