Incidence and risk factors of vertebral body collapse after posterior instrumented spinal fusion in elderly patients: An observational study
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000031604
Abstract: This study investigates the incidence and risk factors of new vertebral body collapse (VC) after posterior instrumented spinal fusion in patients older than 70 years. This retrospective study analyzed the data of elderly patients who… read more here.
Keywords: spinal fusion; elderly patients; posterior instrumented; instrumented spinal ... See more keywords
Posterior Instrumented Spinal Surgery Outcomes in the Elderly: A Comparison of the 5-Item and 11-Item Modified Frailty Indices.
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DOI: 10.1177/21925682221117139
Abstract: STUDY DESIGN Retrospective Cohort. OBJECTIVES To validate the most concise risk stratification system to date, the 5-item modified frailty index (mFI-5), and compare its effectiveness with the established 11-item modified frailty index (mFI-11) in the… read more here.
Keywords: posterior instrumented; item; mfi; item modified ... See more keywords
Vertebroplasty Using Allograft Bone Chips with Posterior Instrumented Fusion in the Treatment of Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures with Neurological Deficits
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DOI: 10.22603/ssrr.2018-0102
Abstract: Introduction In general, osteoporotic vertebral fractures with neurological deficits require surgery. However, the ideal surgical method remains controversial. We evaluated the efficacy of combining posterior instrumented fusion and vertebroplasty using allograft bone chips. Methods Twelve… read more here.
Keywords: neurological deficits; fractures neurological; vertebral fractures; osteoporotic vertebral ... See more keywords