Current trends in intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring among Asia-Pacific countries: an Asia-Pacific Spine Society survey.

Study Design: A prospective web-based survey.

Purpose: Although intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) is critical in spine surgery, its usage is largely based on the surgeon's discretion, and studies on its usage trends in Asia-Pacific countries are lacking. This study aimed to examine current trends in IONM usage in Asia-Pacific countries.

Total Elbow Arthroplasty as the Treatment of Choice for a Young Man with Neglected Terrible Triad of the Elbow Joint and Schizophrenia: A Case Report.

In young patients, the use of total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) is rarely preferred due to its high rate of mechanical failure. Poor compliance and psychological problems encountered may lead to increased difficulty in management. A 38-year-old male complained stiffness and pain on his left elbow.

TIMP2 and IGFBP-7 as Biomarkers For The Diagnosis of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in Post-operative Patients: An Evidence-Based Case Report.

Background: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is defined as a sudden reduction in kidney function which commonly occurs as a complication of major surgeries. It is traditionally diagnosed using serum creatinine elevation. AKI has relatively slow kinetics that makes it unable to diagnose at an earlier more reversible stage.

Clinicopathological and Prognostic Significance of Ubiquitin-Specific Protease 39 Overexpression in solid Cancers: A Meta-Analysis.

Objectives: This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the association between USP39 expression, the prognosis of patients with solid cancer, and to identify the clinicopathological characteristics of these patients.

Material And Method: This study was carried out using PRISMA strategy. Pubmed, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, Ebsco, Cochrane Library electronic databases were searched for relevant studies published up to April 2022.

Pedicle Screw Fixation for Hemiplegia and Bilateral Hypoesthesia Due to C2-C3 Spinal Fracture Dislocation: A Case Report.

Case: A 48-year-old man fell from a tree and presented to the emergency department with right-sided full hemiplegia and C3 bilateral hypoesthesia. Imaging was remarkable for a C2-C3 fracture-dislocation. The patient was effectively managed surgically with a posterior decompression and 4-level posterior cervical fixation/fusion that included pedicle screws in the axis fixation and lateral mass screws.

Comparison between Decompression Alone and with Additional Fusion for Degenerative Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Introduction: Degenerative lumbar spondylolisthesis affects approximately 10% of adults over 40. Although decompression has been the treatment of choice, some surgeons note possible instability development after decompression alone (D). Previous studies show that decompression with fusion (DF) has similar complication rates but is better at preventing slip progression and reducing pain.

Evaluating the collection and composition of plastic waste in the digital waste bank and the reduction of potential leakage into the ocean.

Most ocean plastic pollution results from leakage from waste management activities on land, mainly in coastline communities. In this research, the digitalization of waste management will be evaluated to improve the prevention of leakage. The digitalization means introducing mobile apps into the waste bank that can improve waste management efficiency while providing reliable data.

Thorough Comparative Analysis of Stand-Alone Cage and Anterior Cervical Plate for Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion in the Treatment of Cervical Degenerative Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we aim to thoroughly describe and objectively compare the efficacy of anterior cervical plate (ACP) and stand-alone cage (SAC). Although recognized as an effective procedure for cervical degenerative disease (CDD), a debate between the methods of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion exists. ACP provides stability to the fusion construct; however, some complications have been reported, such as dysphagia, adjacent disc disease, and soft tissue injury.

A catastrophic presentation of dead limb secondary to traditional bone setter's treatment in Sorong, West Papua: A case report.

Introduction: Traditional bone setter's gangrene is a devastating complication arising from the practice of TBS with a prevalence of 4.29%, and most cases require amputation, which led to permanent disability. This case demonstrates a catastrophic presentation of the lower limb gangrene secondary to traditional bone setter's treatment.

Comparative Effectiveness and Functional Outcome of Open-Door versus French-Door Laminoplasty for Multilevel Cervical Myelopathy: A Meta-Analysis.

Background: At present, few reports are comparing these 2 major cervical posterior laminoplasty methods with Open-door and French-door Laminoplasty in terms of neurological recovery, cervical alignment, and surgical complications. Moreover, most of the research has not been well designed.

Aim: This study aims to determine comparative effectiveness and functional outcome of open-door versus french-door laminoplasty for multilevel cervical myelopathy.