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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Lumbar endplate morphology varies in individuals; thus, custom-made implants are sometimes more useful than standardized implants. This study aimed to analyze endplate morphology and factors associated with endplate depth using computed tomography (CT) in a non-symptomatic population. ⋯ Diagnostic: individual cross-sectional studies with consistently applied reference standard and blinding.
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To quantitatively assess the dynamic changes of Lactate in lumbar discs under different physiological conditions using MRS and T2r. ⋯ MRS documented changes in lactate response to cellular demand which suggested a 'Lactate Symbiotic metabolic Pathway'. The differences in lactate response preceded changes in Proteoglycan/hydration and thus could be a dynamic radiological biomarker of early degeneration.
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We aimed to evaluate the long-term impact of the treatment of pyogenic vertebral osteomyelitis (VO) on functional outcomes and patients' quality of life (QoL) with a special focus on psychological well-being. ⋯ Even almost seven years on average after completed treatment of VO, patients report impaired QoL. Assessment of psychological disorders should be implemented in clinical practice and future prospective studies.
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The aim of this study is to estimate the prognostic value of some features documented on preoperative MRI study in patients with acute cervical spinal cord injury. ⋯ According to the findings of our study, the spinal length lesion, canal diameter at the level of spinal cord compression and intramedullary hematoma documented by the preoperative MRI study were associated with the prognosis of patients with cSCI.