Effect of Arthroplasty vs Fusion for Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.19606
Abstract: Key Points Question In patients with cervical radiculopathy, are there any differences in long-term outcomes after surgery with arthroplasty or fusion? Findings In this randomized clinical trial that included 136 patients with cervical radiculopathy, there… read more here.
Keywords: patients cervical; effect arthroplasty; fusion patients; cervical radiculopathy ... See more keywords
Air-Assisted Transfer Device (AATD) Use for Pediatric Spinal Fusion Patients: Improving Care
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jopan.2019.05.030
Abstract: Background Information: Spinal fusion patients require imaging while in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), a reportedly painful process. Prior to this practice change, imaging required five or more staff to safely lift the patient and… read more here.
Keywords: spinal fusion; use pediatric; aatd use; fusion patients ... See more keywords
How do Patient-Reported Outcomes Vary between Lumbar Fusion Patients with Complete vs Incomplete Follow-up.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2021.11.041
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To assess differences in PROMs between patients who do and do not follow-up through 2-years following lumbar fusion. METHODS Primary, elective, single-level ALIF, LLIF, or TLIF procedures were identified. Patients were grouped by 2-year… read more here.
Keywords: prom scores; lumbar fusion; year; fusion patients ... See more keywords
Association Between Postoperative Fever and Readmission Rates in Lumbar Fusion Patients
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000001131
Abstract: Study Design: This is a retrospective observational study. Objective: This study evaluates the impact of postoperative fever on the rate of readmission among lumbar fusion patients. Summary of Background Data: Postoperative fever is a common… read more here.
Keywords: fever; postoperative fever; readmission; fusion patients ... See more keywords