Spine
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Single-center retrospective cohort study. ⋯ IV fluid administration is an independent predictor for blood transfusion after long-segment fusion surgery. Limiting IV fluid administration may prevent iatrogenic hemodilution and decrease transfusion rates. These data can be used to create perioperative protocols with the goal of decreasing transfusion rates when not indicated and allowing earlier administration when indicated.
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Observational Study
Risk Factors of Failed Conservative Treatment for Adjacent Vertebral Fractures Following Percutaneous Vertebroplasty.
A retrospective, single-center, observational study. ⋯ 3.
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Retrospective cohort study. ⋯ Low LDL levels are associated with reduced rates of pseudarthrosis after single-level and multilevel ACDF. Statin and fish oil intake before surgery are also associated with reduced rates of pseudarthrosis after multilevel, but not single-level ACDF. These associations may be used for preoperative planning, patient optimization, and risk stratification.
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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.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Impact on Quality of Life of Full-Time and Night-Time Braces in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Randomized clinical trial. ⋯ According to our results, both braces are equally effective in avoiding the progression of the deformity and need for surgery. However, FT brace has a higher impact on self-image and pain compared with NT brace.