A morphological comparison of the extraforaminal ligament between the cervical and thoracic regions
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DOI: 10.1007/s00276-017-1963-3
Abstract: PurposeThe current study was conducted to clarify the morphology of the extraforaminal ligament (EFL) at the cervicothoracic junction and to compare the attachment of the EFL and the positional relation between the EFL and the… read more here.
Keywords: extraforaminal ligament; ligament; cervicothoracic junction; connecting bundles ... See more keywords
Surgical challenges in posterior cervicothoracic junction instrumentation
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DOI: 10.1007/s10143-021-01520-6
Abstract: The cervicothoracic junction (CTJ) is a region of the spine submitted to significant mechanical stress. The peculiar anatomical and biomechanical characteristics make posterior surgical stabilization of this area particularly challenging. We present and discuss our… read more here.
Keywords: surgical challenges; cervicothoracic junction; instrumentation; posterior cervicothoracic ... See more keywords
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
Mechanical Analysis of 3 Posterior Fusion Assemblies Intended to Cross the Cervicothoracic Junction
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000001317
Abstract: Study Design: This was a biomechanical comparison study. Objective: The objective of this study is to evaluate the mechanical properties of 3 posterior spinal fusion assemblies commonly used to cross the cervicothoracic junction. Summary of… read more here.
Keywords: cross cervicothoracic; fusion; cervicothoracic junction; fusion assemblies ... See more keywords
Crossing the Cervicothoracic Junction
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000001411
Abstract: Abstract: The cervicothoracic junction (CTJ) is the site of transition in biomechanical, osseous, and alignment properties of the spine. The interface between the highly mobile, lordotic cervical spine and the rigid, kyphotic thoracic spine results… read more here.
Keywords: ctj; cervicothoracic junction; level; crossing cervicothoracic ... See more keywords
To Cross the Cervicothoracic Junction? Terminating Posterior Cervical Fusion Constructs Proximal to the Cervicothoracic Junction Does Not Impart Increased Risk of Reoperation in Patients With Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy.
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DOI: 10.1177/21925682221083926
Abstract: STUDY DESIGN Retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the effect of caudal instrumentation level on revision rates following posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion. METHODS A retrospective review of a prospectively collected database was performed. Minimum… read more here.
Keywords: group; fusion; fusion constructs; cervicothoracic junction ... See more keywords
Cervicothoracoscopic Approach in Esophagectomy
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DOI: 10.1245/s10434-017-6119-5
Abstract: BackgroundsEsophageal cancer frequently metastasizes to lymph nodes along the recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN).1 Therefore, it is essential to dissect RLN nodes for curative esophagectomy. Complete RLN node dissection without injury to the organs at the… read more here.
Keywords: rln; cervicothoracoscopic approach; cervicothoracic junction; dissection ... See more keywords
Reverse "L" surgical approach for the management of giant tumors of the cervicothoracic junction.
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DOI: 10.21037/jtd-20-288b
Abstract: Background An isolated cervical or thoracic surgical approach provides insufficient exposure for achieving complete resection of tumors of the cervicothoracic junction. This study examines reverse "L" thoracotomy as a surgical approach to these tumors. Additionally,… read more here.
Keywords: tumors cervicothoracic; cervicothoracic junction; reverse surgical; approach ... See more keywords
Functional outcomes in the management of cervicothoracic junction tuberculosis
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DOI: 10.25259/sni_167_2022
Abstract: Background: We analyzed the clinical and radiological parameters influencing functional outcomes and neurological recovery in patients with cervicothoracic junctional tuberculosis (TB). Methods: This was a retrospective analysis of 16 cases of cervicothoracic junction (CTJ) spinal… read more here.
Keywords: functional outcomes; cervicothoracic junction; outcomes management; tuberculosis ... See more keywords
The immediate effects of manual stretching and cervicothoracic junction manipulation on cervical range of motion and upper trapezius pressure pain thresholds.
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DOI: 10.3233/bmr-169573
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Myofascial pain is a common impairment treated with various manual interventions including spinal thrust manipulation and stretching; however, the comparative efficacy of each intervention is uncertain. Therefore, the purpose of this investigation was to… read more here.
Keywords: cervicothoracic junction; group; upper trapezius; manipulation ... See more keywords
Correlation between neurologic status and spinal injury at the Cervicothoracic Junction.
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DOI: 10.33314/jnhrc.v20i01.4007
Abstract: BACKGROUND With limited studies on spinal injuries occurring at the cervicothoracic junction, there is currently a knowledge gap regarding the correlation between morphology of injury and neurology and whether surgery provides a favorable neurological outcome.… read more here.
Keywords: cervicothoracic junction; injury; neurology; correlation neurologic ... See more keywords