Poor lumbar spine coordination in acute low back pain predicts persistent long-term pain and disability
ConclusionThese longitudinal data revealed that individuals with compromised contribution of the lumbar spine to the balance during unstable sitting during acute LBP are less likely to recover. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 14, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Swiss chiropractic cohort (Swiss ChiCo) pilot study: feasibility for a musculoskeletal cohort study conducted within a nationwide practice-based research network
ConclusionThe Swiss ChiCo pilot study exceeded its prespecified feasibility objectives. Nationwide longitudinal data capture was highly feasible. Similar to other practice-based cohorts, participant retention remains a challenge.Trial registration Swiss chiropractic cohort (Swiss ChiCo) pilot study (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05116020). (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 13, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Abdominal aortic calcification is an independent predictor of perioperative blood loss in posterior spinal fusion surgery
ConclusionsThis is the first study to identify AAC as an independent predictor of perioperative blood loss in PSF. In addition to its link to degenerative spinal conditions and adverse postoperative outcomes, the relationship between AAC and increased blood loss warrants attention in patients undergoing PSF. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 13, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Deep-learning reconstructed lumbar spine 3D MRI for surgical planning: pedicle screw placement and geometric measurements compared to CT
ConclusionDeep-learning 3D MRI facilitates equivalent virtual pedicle screw placements and geometric assessments for most lumbar vertebrae, with the exception of vertebral body length at L1, L2, and L4, compared to CT for pre-operative planning in patients considered for robotic-navigated spine surgery. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 12, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Prevalence of spinal deformity development after surgical management of a congenital heart disease among children: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionThis review suggests that the prevalence of spinal deformities was high among patients who underwent sternotomy or thoracotomy. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 11, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Letter to the editor concerning “The efficacy of ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane block (ESPB) versus freehand ESPB in postoperative pain management after lumbar spinal fusion surgery: a randomized, non-inferiority trial” by A. Mirkheshti et al. (Eur Spine J [2024]: doi:10.1007/s00586-023-08101-9)
(Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 11, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
The role of environmental and seasonal factors in spine deep surgical site infection: the air pollution, a factor that may be underestimated
ConclusionsOur study revealed a 60% increase in spine SSI during warmer seasons. There was a significant correlation between air pollution and the rate of infection. These may suggest the necessity to reduce the number of elective spine surgeries during warmer seasons and when the level of air pollutant is high. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 10, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Progressive coronal caudal curve after corrective osteotomies for congenital cervicothoracic scoliosis: incidence and predictors
ConclusionsThe morbidity of PCC was 15% in CTS patients who underwent corrective osteotomies. Greater residual local curve, postoperative UIV tilt and neck tilt were identified as predictors for PCC. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 9, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Influence of pelvic tilt correction on PJK occurrence after adult spinal deformity surgery
ConclusionThrough the analysis of 76 patients, we showed that pelvic tilt did not seem to play a role in the setting of PJK after ASD surgery. Decreasing PT after surgery could be an element to watch out for in patients with PJK risk factors. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 8, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Does type of bone graft matter? A retrospective review of the use of biological bone grafts in patients undergoing elective 1 –3 level spinal interbody fusion
ConclusionsBone graft extenders are a significant contributor to the cost of lumbar fusion. This study demonstrates no difference in preoperative, and 1 year patient reported outcomes between the three groups. There was no significant difference in rate of reoperations across the three groups. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 8, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Discovery of circulating blood biomarkers in patients with and without Modic changes of the lumbar spine: a preliminary analysis
ConclusionThis “proof-of-concept” study is the first to identify specific and significantly circulating blood biomarkers associated with symptomatic patients with lumbar MC, independent of disc alterations of degeneration and/or bulges/herniations. Specifically, differences in CCL5 and MIF protein levels were significantly noted in MC patients compared to those without MC. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 7, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Evaluation of the effect of cervical and lumbar disc herniations on female sexual function: a comparative prospective study
ConclusionFemale sexual dysfunctions caused by CDH and LDH improved considerably after surgery. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 7, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Surgical outcome after treatment of thoracolumbar spinal stenosis in adults with achondroplasia
ConclusionPatients with achondroplasia, the most common skeletal dysplasia condition with short-limb dwarfism, are burdened with a congenitally narrow spinal canal and are commonly in need of spinal surgery. However, surgery in these patients is often associated with complications, namely dural tears and post-decompression kyphosis. Despite these complications, patients benefit from surgical treatment at a follow-up of 2 years after surgery. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 5, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Development of a novel animal model of lumbar vertebral endplate lesion by intervertebral disk injection of monosodium iodoacetate in rats
ConclusionOur rat EPL model showed progressive morphological vertebral endplate changes in a time- and concentration-dependent manner, similar to the degenerative changes in human IVDs. This model can be used as an animal model of severe IVD degeneration to better understand the pathophysiology of EPL. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 4, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Letter to the Editor concerning & quot;Virtual reality is effective in the management of chronic low back ache in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials & quot; by V. Kumar et al. (Eur Spine J [2023]: doi: 10.1007/s00586-023-08040-5)
(Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - March 4, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
