Spine

The most recent articles from: Spine

Spine · Jul 2021

The Effect of Sacroiliac Fusion and Pelvic Fixation on Rod Strain in Thoracolumbar Fusion Constructs: A Biomechanical Investigation.

In vitro biomechanical study. ⋯ Results showed additional fixation below S1 to pelvis added significant rod strain. Unilateral pelvic screws had highest rod strain; SIJ fusion did not affect rod strain. Findings can help guide surgeons when associated risk of rod failure is a consideration.Level of Evidence: N/A.

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Spine · Jul 2021

Comment Letter

Letter to Editor Regarding 'Surgical Outcomes Following Laminectomy with Fusion Versus Laminectomy Alone in Patients with Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy' by Kotter et al.

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Spine · Jul 2021

Comment Letter

Letter to Editor regarding 'Are Patient Outcomes Affected by the Presence of a Fellow or Resident in Lumbar Decompression Surgery?' by Divi et al.

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Spine · Jul 2021

Evidence-based Recommendations for Spine Surgery.

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Spine · Jul 2021

Comment Letter

TO THE EDITOR.

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