Spine
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Comparative Study
One-Level versus Two-Level Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) from L4-S1: Comparison of Complications, Alignment, and Patient Outcomes.
Retrospective cohort study. ⋯ Level IV.
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A retrospective chart review was conducted at a single institution. ⋯ The results of this study found that CDA was effective for the treatment of ASD following ACDF. CDA appears to be a viable treatment option for ASD after ACDF in appropriately selected patients.
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A genetic case-control study. ⋯ SNP rs10738445 were significantly associated with brace treatment effectiveness. The other four SNPs were not significantly associated with the outcome of bracing. More SNPs and predictors should be included in future study to develop a more accurate predictive model for clinical application.
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Observational Study
Pathogenic Detection by Metagenomic next-generation Sequencing in Spinal Infections.
A retrospective, observational study. ⋯ The mNGS test exhibits rapidity, efficiency, and accuracy, rendering it of immense diagnostic and therapeutic value in the realm of spinal infection diseases.
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Meta Analysis Comparative Study
Surgery With or Without Radiotherapy Versus Radiotherapy Alone for Malignant Spinal Cord Compression: An Updated Meta-analysis.
A systematic review and meta-analysis. ⋯ Level II.