Regional analgesia using ultrasound-guided intermediate cervical plexus block versus cervical erector spinae block for anterior cervical spine surgery: a randomized trial
Regional analgesia techniques are crucial for pain management after cervical spine surgeries. Anesthesiologists strive to select the most effective and least hazardous regional analgesia technique for the cerv... (Source: BMC Anesthesiology)
Source: BMC Anesthesiology - April 22, 2024 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Alshaimaa Abdel Fattah Kamel, Ahmed M. Fahmy, Heba M. Fathi, Wael Abd Elrahman Ali Elmesallamy and Osama Yehia A. Khalifa Tags: Research Source Type: research
Analysis of the efficacy of separation surgery for severe neurological compression in multiple myeloma: a retrospective analysis of 35 cases
ConclusionsSeparation surgery effectively alleviates pain, improves neurological function, and enhances the quality of life in patients with ESCC graded ≥ 2 due to MM. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - April 22, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Development and validation of a nomogram to predict the risk of residual low back pain after tubular microdiskectomy of lumbar disk herniation
ConclusionThis nomogram including preoperative LBP VAS score, FO, FJD and MFA can serve a promising prediction model, which will provide a reference for clinicians to predict the rLBP after tMD. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - April 22, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Cancers, Vol. 16, Pages 1604: Treatment of Pelvic and Spinal Bone Metastases: Radiotherapy and Hyperthermia Alone vs. in Combination
The objective of our study was to present the results of RT combined with a special kind of HT (modulated electrohyperthermia, mEHT), in which some of the thermal effect is contributed by equivalent nonthermal components, drastically reducing the necessary power and energy. This retrospective study included 61 patients divided into three groups with pelvic and spinal bone metastases to compare the effects of RT and mEHT alone and in combination (RT + mEHT). A detailed evaluation of pain intensity, measured by the brief pain inventory score, MeM use, and breakthrough pain episodes, revealed no significant differences betwee...
Source: Cancers - April 22, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Jong-Hun Kim Jin-Yong Shin Sun-Young Lee Tags: Article Source Type: research
Effectiveness of a classification-based approach to low back pain in primary care - a benchmarking controlled trial
Conclusion: Although classification-based care did not appear to influence physical functioning, more rapid reductions in pain intensity and reductions in healthcare use and sick leave days were observed in the intervention group.PMID:38643363 | DOI:10.2340/jrm.v56.28321 (Source: Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine)
Source: Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine - April 21, 2024 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Anna Sofia Simula Antti Malmivaara Neill Booth Jaro Karppinen Source Type: research
Plasma cell myeloma in a 9 ‐year‐old male: Case report and literature review
Key Clinical MessagePlasma cell myeloma is a rare entity in the pediatric population. The peak incidence is in the seventh decade, with less than 2% of cases occurring in patients under the age of 40. It is worth noting that any destructive bony lesion in a child should be investigated.AbstractPlasma cell myeloma (multiple myeloma) is the most common form of plasma cell neoplasm. It is a rare entity in young patients. The peak incidence is in the seventh decade, with less than 2% of cases occurring in patients under the age of 40. A male patient aged 9 years old with a progressive pain in lower back for about 1 month,...
Source: Clinical Case Reports - April 20, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Kato Ronald,
Ambaru Jacinta,
Ssebagala Umaru Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research
Comparison of Outcomes between Single-Level and Double-Level Corpectomy in Thoracolumbar Reconstruction: A Retrospective Study of 16 Patients Using Expandable Cages
CONCLUSIONS In our experience, expandable cages are useful in the restoration of different pathologies of the thoracolumbar trunk with low complication and revision rates. With expandable cages it is possible to achieve restoration of the Cobb angle, improvement in Nurick Grade and effective pain palliation.PMID:38641870 | DOI:10.12659/MSM.943797 (Source: Medical Science Monitor)
Source: Medical Science Monitor - April 20, 2024 Category: Research Authors: H üseyin Demir Nail Demirel Source Type: research
Influence of frailty status on the health-related quality of life in older patients with chronic low back pain: a retrospective observational study
ConclusionsA significant association exists between frailty and reduced HRQoL in patients with chronic low back pain. This association was predominant in female patients. Furthermore, considering the dynamic nature of frailty, early detection and effective interventions targeting pre-frailty are essential to delaying the transition to full frailty and improving HRQoL. (Source: Quality of Life Research)
Source: Quality of Life Research - April 20, 2024 Category: Health Management Source Type: research
Neuropathic pain: Evidence based recommendations
Presse Med. 2024 Apr 17:104232. doi: 10.1016/j.lpm.2024.104232. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTNeuropathic pain continues to be a significant problem that lacks effective solutions for every single patient. In 2015, international guidelines (NeuPSIG) were published, while the French recommendations were updated in 2020. The purpose of this minireview is to provide an update on the process of developing evidence-based recommendations and explore potential changes to the current recommendations. Primary treatments for neuropathic pain include selective serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) such as duloxetine an...
Source: Presse Medicale - April 19, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Xavier Moisset Source Type: research
Neuropathic pain: Evidence based recommendations
Presse Med. 2024 Apr 17:104232. doi: 10.1016/j.lpm.2024.104232. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTNeuropathic pain continues to be a significant problem that lacks effective solutions for every single patient. In 2015, international guidelines (NeuPSIG) were published, while the French recommendations were updated in 2020. The purpose of this minireview is to provide an update on the process of developing evidence-based recommendations and explore potential changes to the current recommendations. Primary treatments for neuropathic pain include selective serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) such as duloxetine an...
Source: Presse Medicale - April 19, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Xavier Moisset Source Type: research
Neuropathic pain: Evidence based recommendations
Presse Med. 2024 Apr 17:104232. doi: 10.1016/j.lpm.2024.104232. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTNeuropathic pain continues to be a significant problem that lacks effective solutions for every single patient. In 2015, international guidelines (NeuPSIG) were published, while the French recommendations were updated in 2020. The purpose of this minireview is to provide an update on the process of developing evidence-based recommendations and explore potential changes to the current recommendations. Primary treatments for neuropathic pain include selective serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) such as duloxetine an...
Source: Presse Medicale - April 19, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Xavier Moisset Source Type: research
Palliative Social Worker Helps in Transitions of Care for Hospice-eligible Patients to Reduce Readmissions
1. Learn that there are vulnerable gaps during transitions of care for hospice-eligible patients going back into the community that may cause preventable readmissions.2. Learn the impact and value of involving Palliative Care Social Worker to ensure patients' and families' goals of care, comprehensive transitions of care handoff, and close collaboration with community facilities. (Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management)
Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - April 19, 2024 Category: Palliative Care Authors: Matthew Kossin, Isabella Park Source Type: research
Lessons in Leadership Using the Art of Poker
1. Participants will be able to describe three initiatives which can be employed to strengthen leadership skills.2. Participants will be able to list three practices which can be used to mentor and support direct reports or team members.Back by popular demand. This interactive session will provide guidance for developing both leadership and poker skills. The first portion of the session will involve the use of didactic presentations, polls, group discussions to provide education on leadership, reading people, both at the poker table and in your work setting, using poker skills to mentor and lead your teams, and knowing whi...
Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - April 19, 2024 Category: Palliative Care Authors: Ginger Marshall, Holli Martinez Source Type: research
