Crossing the Cervicothoracic Junction in Multilevel Cervical Arthrodesis: A Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.03.013
Abstract: INTRODUCTION In multisegment cervical arthrodeses, a common clinical dilemma for the surgeon is whether to extend the fusion past the cervicothoracic junction (CTJ). OBJECTIVE This meta-analysis compares clinical outcomes and radiological parameters when crossing and… read more here.
Keywords: fusion; cervicothoracic junction; multilevel cervical; cervical arthrodesis ... See more keywords
Anterior Cervical Arthrodesis With Polyetheretherketone Spacers
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000000995
Abstract: Study Design: This was a retrospective study of 2 surgeons’ use of a single polyetheretherketone (PEEK) device. Objective: Our objective was to investigate the fusion adjunct placed within PEEK devices to examine the likelihood of… read more here.
Keywords: autograft; arthrodesis; cervical arthrodesis; versus ... See more keywords