ArticleSurgical neurology international2022
Long-segment fixation versus short-segment fixation with instrumentation of index vertebra for thoracolumbar fractures.
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- The effect of fusion levels on clinical outcomes in traumatic lower lumbar vertebral fractures.Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES · 2025Article
- Selective facet joint and interlaminar fusion using unilateral biportal endoscopy for thoracolumbar compression fractures: a comparative study.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Short segment posterior fixation of unstable thoracolumbar vertebral fractures with fractured vertebra augmentation with intermediate pedicle screw - a clinicoradiological analysis.American journal of neurodegenerative disease · 2024Article
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Abstract
Background: We assessed and analyzed the clinical, perioperative, functional, and radiological outcomes of long- versus short-segment (SS) fixation of thoracolumbar spine fractures that included the index vertebra. Methods: We retrospectively evaluated 119 patients with thoracolumbar spine fractures (i.e., using AO classification system). The patient was followed up for a minimum of 1 year at which time the angles of correction were measured on lateral X-rays (i.e., using Cobb's method). Neurological grading employed the Frankel's grading system. Operative time, perioperative blood loss, and time to mobilization were also analyzed. Results: After 1 year, the loss of kyphosis was not significantly different between the two groups. Although there were no statistical differences in terms, regarding neurological outcomes, time to mobilization, or duration of hospitalization, the operative times and perioperative blood loss were significantly reduced in patients undergoing SS fixation. Conclusion: We determined the efficacy of SS fixation for thoracolumbar fractures including the index vertebra.
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