Spine
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Reliability and validity of the persian version of the scoliosis research society-22r questionnaire.
Cross-sectional validation study to investigate psychometric properties of adapted Persian version of the Scoliosis Research Society-22r (SRS-22r) questionnaire. OBJECTIVES.: To translate the SRS-22r into Persian and to evaluate the internal consistency, reliability, and validity of the Persian SRS-22r. ⋯ The Persian version of the SRS-22r has satisfactory reliability, convergent validity, and discriminant validity to measure health-related quality of life in adolescent patients with scoliosis in Iran. It is simple and easy to use and now can be applied in clinical settings and future outcome studies in Iran.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Hemostatic and electrolyte effects of hydroxyethyl starches in patients undergoing posterior lumbar interbody fusion using pedicle screws and cages.
Prospective, randomized, double blind, clinical study. ⋯ If coagulopathy is a concern during PLIF, then, a HES with low MW/DS in a saline-based medium (Voluven) may be a better alternative than a HES with high MW/DS in a balanced salt medium (Hextend).
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A prospective validation study, preliminary single-center report. ⋯ The result of this study demonstrates improved capture of surgical AEs using SAVES. Excellent interobserver reliability between surgeons at different level of training was demonstrated with minimal education or training regarding the use of SAVES.
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A retrospective study of postoperative pain management. ⋯ A low frequency of adverse events and a mean postoperative VAS pain score of 5 or less demonstrate that a continuous postoperative morphine infusion is a safe and effective method of pain management in patients with IS following PSF and SSI.
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STUDY DESIGN.: Retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE.: To identify predictors of early mortality following traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA.: Limited information is available on factors associated with early mortality following TSCI. ⋯ Timely recognition of these factors is crucial for improving survival in the acute care setting. Severe systemic injuries, medical comorbidities, and TBI continue to be the main limiting factors affecting the outcome. These findings also suggest the need to allocate resources for trauma prevention, and promote research towards improving the care of acutely injured patients.