Regression of Giant Calcified Thoracic Disk and Spinal Cord Compression Following Thoracic Laminectomy and Posterior Instrumented Fusion.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2017.10.122
Abstract: The authors present a case report of a patient with a giant thoracic calcified disc. The patient underwent a posterior thoracic laminectomy and fusion without resection of the disc. The calcified disc regressed in size… read more here.
Keywords: thoracic disk; regression giant; giant calcified; thoracic laminectomy ... See more keywords
Surgery for Giant Calcified Herniated Thoracic Discs: A Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.06.232
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The giant calcified herniated thoracic disc (HTD), a rare disease, is a challenge for surgeons because of its complications. This review aimed to confirm the surgical treatment, including surgical approach, results, and complications of… read more here.
Keywords: calcified htds; systematic review; giant calcified; approach ... See more keywords