Photo by eugene_kuznetsov from unsplash
Background Authors aim to evaluate the correct placement of TDR using the instant center of rotation (ICR) as a guide. Methods Placement of disc would be divided into three groups… Click to show full abstract
Background Authors aim to evaluate the correct placement of TDR using the instant center of rotation (ICR) as a guide. Methods Placement of disc would be divided into three groups using a standard of 1 mm from the ICR: Posterior to ICR, In line with ICR and Anterior to ICR. Results 49 patients, mean age was 39.96 ± 1.45 years. 42 intraop fluoroscopy images compared to 41 post op radiographic images demonstrated TDR in line with ICR. Conclusion Total discs replacements can be placed intraoperatively using proper technique with verification confirmed using the ICR postoperatively. Keywords Total disc replacement; instant center of rotation; ideal placement; fluoroscopy; adjacent segment disease; less exposure surgery.
Journal Title: Journal of orthopaedics
Year Published: 2019
Link to full text (if available)
Share on Social Media: Sign Up to like & get
recommendations!