Answer to the Letter to the Editor of Akbari KK et al. concerning “The short-term impact of COVID-19 pandemic on spine surgeons: a cross-sectional global study” by Khattab MF, et al. (Eur Spine J; [2020]: doi:10.1007/s00586-020-06517-1)
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DOI: 10.1007/s00586-020-06550-0
Abstract: The questions raised in the letter concerning the study by Khattab et al. [1] are important, and we completely agree with the authors. With regard to the method of sampling, it is true that it… read more here.
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Workforce Analysis of Spine Surgeons Involved with Neurological and Orthopedic Surgery Residency Training.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.09.152
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Spinal surgery is taught and practiced within 2 different surgical disciplines: neurological surgery and orthopedic surgery. We have provided a unified analysis of spine-focused faculty at U.S. residency programs. METHODS A total of 278… read more here.
Keywords: orthopedic surgery; surgery; academic productivity; fellowship ... See more keywords
Two-Nation Comparison of Classification and Treatment of Subaxial Cervical Spine Fractures: An Internet-Based Multicenter Study Among Spine Surgeons.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2018.11.078
Abstract: BACKGROUND To date, no evidence-based treatment algorithm is available for fractures of the subaxial spine. The aim of the present study was to assess and compare the management strategy for traumatic subaxial fractures among German… read more here.
Keywords: multicenter study; treatment; based multicenter; type ... See more keywords
Pharmacological Neuroenhancement, Perceived Stress and Resilience in Spine Surgeons - a Cross-Sectional Survey.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2021.10.160
Abstract: BACKGROUND Spine surgeons are usually exposed to high work load and demanding work conditions. While the relationship between pharmacological neuroenhancement (PNE) and resilience, i.e. the ability to recover from stress, as well as perceived stress… read more here.
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Treatment of Acute Spinal Cord Injuries: A Survey Among Iberolatinoamerican Spine Surgeons – Part 1: Use of High-Dose Corticosteroids
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1749414
Abstract: Objective The aim of the present study was to evaluate the current practice of using of methylprednisolone sodium succinate (MPSS) in acute spinal cord Injuries (ASCIs) among spine surgeons from Iberolatinoamerican countries. Methods A descriptive… read more here.
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Online Ratings of Spine Surgeons: Analysis of 208 Surgeons.
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000002488
Abstract: STUDY DESIGN Observational study. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the online ratings of spine surgeons and variables that may affect online ratings. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA Physician review Web sites (PRW) are rapidly growing for-profit businesses. Most… read more here.
Keywords: online ratings; practice; com; ratings spine ... See more keywords
Spine Surgeons Burnout and Quality of Life
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000004038
Abstract: Our research evaluates the prevalence of burnout using Maslach Burnout Inventory and EuroQol 5-dimensions to assess the quality of life. Our results showed that burnout is a common condition among spine surgeons worldwide and there… read more here.
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Formal Patient Complaints and Malpractice Events Involving Orthopaedic Spine Surgeons: A Ten-Year Analysis.
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000004272
Abstract: STUDY DESIGN Case-control study. OBJECTIVE To analyze patient complaints, potential risk and malpractice events involving orthopaedic spine surgeons over a 10-year period. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA Unsolicited patient complaints may be associated with risk management… read more here.
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A Deep Convolutional Neural Network Using MRI: Automated Differentiation between Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture and Vertebral Compression Fractures Due to Spinal Metastasis.
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000004307
Abstract: STUDY DESIGN Retrospective study of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). OBJECTIVES To assess the ability of a convolutional neural network (CNN) model to differentiate osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVFs) and malignant vertebral compression fractures (MVFs) using short-TI… read more here.
Keywords: spine surgeons; neural network; cnn model; accuracy ... See more keywords
Spine Surgical Subspecialty and Its Effect on Patient Outcomes
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000004554
Abstract: Study Design. Systematic review and meta-analysis. Objective. To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to identify if intraoperative or postoperative differences in outcomes exist between orthopedic and neurological spine surgeons. Summary of Background Data. Spine… read more here.
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Industry Payments to Orthopedic Spine Surgeons Reported by the Open Payments Database
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000000993
Abstract: Study Design: This was a retrospective study of publicly available data. Objective: The objective of this study was to characterize and assess trends in Open Payments Database (OPD) industry payments reported to orthopedic spine surgeons… read more here.
Keywords: orthopedic spine; industry payments; payment; spine surgeons ... See more keywords