Percutaneous endoscopic-assisted direct repair of pars defect without general anesthesia could be a satisfying treatment alternative for young patient with symptomatic lumbar spondylolysis: a technique note with case series
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DOI: 10.1186/s12891-020-03365-4
Abstract: Background Multiple surgical procedures are applied in young patients with symptomatic lumbar spondylolysis when conservative treatments fail. Although the optimal surgical procedure option is controversial, the treatment paradigm has shifted from open surgery to minimally… read more here.
Keywords: direct repair; assisted direct; pars defect; repair pars ... See more keywords
Contralateral C-7 transfer: is direct repair really superior to grafting?
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DOI: 10.3171/2017.4.focus1794
Abstract: It is not uncommon for a severe traumatic brachial plexus injury to involve all 5 roots, resulting in a flail upper limb. In such cases, surgical reconstruction is often palliative, providing only rudimentary function. Nerve… read more here.
Keywords: direct repair; hand; transfer; function ... See more keywords
Comparison between direct repair and human acellular nerve allografting during contralateral C7 transfer to the upper trunk for restoration of shoulder abduction and elbow flexion
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DOI: 10.4103/1673-5374.262600
Abstract: Direct coaptation of contralateral C7 to the upper trunk could avoid the interposition of nerve grafts. We have successfully shortened the gap and graft lengths, and even achieved direct coaptation. However, direct repair can only… read more here.
Keywords: direct repair; shoulder abduction; nerve allografts; acellular nerve ... See more keywords