Clinically significant radiographic parameter for thoracic myelopathy caused by ossification of the ligamentum flavum
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5750-6
Abstract: AbstractPurposeTo investigate radiographic parameters to improve the accuracy of radiologic diagnosis for ossification of ligamentum flavum (OLF)-induced thoracic myelopathy and thereby establish a useful diagnostic method for identifying the responsible segment. MethodsWe classified 101 patients… read more here.
Keywords: olf; aolf; myelopathy group; thoracic myelopathy ... See more keywords
Microendoscopic Posterior Decompression for Treating Thoracic Myelopathy Caused by Ossification of the Ligamentum Flavum: Case Series
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DOI: 10.3390/medicina56120684
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Ossification of the ligamentum flavum (OLF) is a relatively common cause of thoracic myelopathy. Surgical treatment is recommended for patients with myelopathy. Generally, open posterior decompression, with or without fusion, is selected… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; posterior decompression; olf; thoracic ... See more keywords