European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
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To present a rare case of serous degeneration of bone marrow which resembles primary spinal tumor or bony metastasis to spine. Serous degeneration of bone marrow or gelatinous marrow transformation is a rare disease characterized by focal marrow hypoplasia, fat atrophy, and accumulation of extracellular mucopolysaccharides abundant in hyaluronic acid. Few literature was reviewed and few clinical case was presented. ⋯ To the best of our knowledge, a case of serous degeneration of bone marrow resembling malignancy has not been reported in the literature. In this report, two cases demonstrate serous transformation of bone marrow mimics spinal tumor.
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This paper aims to describe the rare post-operative complication of a lymphocele formation after lateral lumbar interbody fusion. ⋯ Delayed lymphocele formation is a potential complication of lateral lumbar interbody fusion. When present, it can be managed conservatively with good results. This case suggests that surgeons should have a low threshold to investigate for a lymphocele development post-anterior or lateral lumbar spine surgery. The authors recommend the placement of a post surgical retroperitoneal drain, as it might assist in the early detection of a lymphocele formation.
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To report on the multi-phase process used in developing the AOSpine Patient Reported Outcome Spine Trauma (AOSpine PROST), as well as the results of its application in a pilot study. ⋯ Following the ICF methodology and including the results of 4 different preparatory studies and a consensus conference, the AOSpine PROST is developed. Taking the results from the subsequent pilot study into account, a definite version to be further validated will be developed. The AOSpine PROST has the potential to be a helpful tool in clinical practice and research to compare various treatments and improve the quality of health care.
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Prospective analysis of patients who underwent minimally invasive posterior instrumentation. ⋯ Minimally invasive transpedicular instrumentation is an accurate, reliable, and safe procedure to treat thoracic and lumbar spine fractures.