ReviewGlobal spine journal2019
Biomechanics and Clinical Application of Translaminar Screws Fixation in Spine: A Review of the Literature.
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- The impact of fixed segment length on the surgical outcomes of single-segment lumbar burst fractures: shorter segments are more prone to the formation of local stable osteophytes: a retrospective observational study.Asian spine journal · 2025Article
- Surgical technique of 3D computer-assisted navigated posterior fixation of the upper cervical spine: illustration of three cases.Journal of spine surgery (Hong Kong) · 2024Article
- Ipsilateral Fixation and Reconstruction of the Cervical Spine after Resection of a Dumbbell Tumor Via a Unilateral Posterior Approach: A Case Report and Biomechanical Study.Orthopaedic surgery · 2023Article
- Imaging features of the postoperative spine: a guide to basic understanding of spine surgical procedures.Insights into imaging · 2023Review
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- The Feasibility of Translaminar Screws in the Subaxial Cervical Spine: Computed Tomography and Cadaveric Validation.Clinics in orthopedic surgery · 2022Article
- Efficacy and Safety of Posterior Long-Segment Fixation Versus Posterior Short-Segment Fixation for Kummell Disease: A Meta-Analysis.Geriatric orthopaedic surgery & rehabilitation · 2022Review
- C2 Screw fixation techniques in atlantoaxial instability: A technical review.Journal of craniovertebral junction & spineReview
- Translaminar screw of C1 for the reinforcement of subaxial cervical spine reconstruction.Journal of craniovertebral junction & spineArticle
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Abstract
STUDY
designBroad narrative review.
objectivesTranslaminar screw (TLS) fixation was first described as a salvage technique for fixation of the axial spine. Better understanding of the spine anatomy allows for advancement in surgical techniques and expansion of TLS indications. The goal of this review is to discuss the anatomic feasibility of the TLS fixation in different region of the spine.
methodsA review of the current literatures on the principles, biomechanics, and clinical application of the translaminar screw technique in the axial, subaxial, and thoracolumbar spine.
resultsAnatomic feasibility and biomechanical studies have demonstrated that TLS is a safe and strong fixation methods for fusion beyond just the axial spine. However, not all spine segments have wide enough lamina to accept TLS. Preoperative computed tomography scan can help ensure the feasibility and safety of TLS insertion. Recent clinical reports have validated the application of TLS in subaxial spine, thoracic spine, hangman's fracture, and pediatric population.
conclusionsTLS can be used beyond axial spine; however, TLS insertion is only warranted when the lamina is thick enough to avoid further complications such as breakage. Preoperative computed tomography scans can be used to determine feasibility of such fixation construct.
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