Cerebral air embolism (CAE) is a rare but catastrophic complication of percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP), with only 6 documented cases in spinal surgery literature. This study presents a novel case of CAE following PKP, resulting in a vegetative state despite hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), and […]

Regarding the differences in surgical approaches for spinal schwannomas and meningiomas, preoperative differentiation of spinal schwannomas and meningiomas can be important in managing these lesions. This study evaluated the diagnostic performance of machine learning (ML)-based models in the […]

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are membrane-bound particles that are released into the extracellular space and are believed to play a role in the pathogenesis of neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration. Nevertheless, the precise role of these vesicles in the context of multiple sclerosis (MS) remains […]

Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is a rare autoimmune condition affecting the central nervous system, primarily targeting the optic nerves and spinal cord. We report the case of a 52-year-old patient with no significant medical history who presented with bilateral lower limb heaviness […]

Epidural cavernous hemangioma is a rare vascular malformation, accounting for 5-12% of all spinal cord vascular malformations. We report a case of low dorsal spinal cord compression at D5-D6 due to a cavernous hemangioma mimicking the clinical and radiological features of an epidural neuroma in an […]

Epidural lipomatosis is a relatively rare condition resulting in the accumulation of unencapsulated fatty tissue within the epidural space. Steroids, either exogenous or endogenous, have been reported as a cause for this accumulation. The diagnosis is confirmed by computed tomography or magnetic […]

Vertebral hemangioma (VH) is the most common angiomatous tumor usually asymptomatic and is incidentally noticed on MRI. The incidence of VH is rare in the pediatric population. The extraosseous extension is termed an Aggressive Vertebral Hemangioma (AVH) and these often need surgical management. […]

Traumatic fractures of the cervical spine pose significant challenges in management, particularly in young patients, where preserving mobility is crucial./r/nA 30-year-old woman presented with a C3 lateral mass and pedicle fracture following a motor vehicle collision. Initial conservative […]

Down pillows, fitted with soft feathers, are commonly used among parents for their children due to their comfort, breathability, and warmth. In this case report, we present a 17-month-old boy who presented with a chief complaint of fever and progressive left neck swelling warranting a surgical […]

Traditional posterior lumbar fusion surgery can cause long-term complications such as muscle atrophy and adjacent segment degeneration due to the damage to the paraspinal muscles and rigid fixation./r/nThe 4 patients in this case report all presented with the chief complaint of low back pain […]

Lateral recess stenosis is a degenerative condition caused by a bulging disc, hyperplasia of the superior articular process, and hypertrophy of the ligamentum flavum. The advancement of transforaminal endoscopic lumbar approaches provides effective treatment not only for migrated herniation but […]

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a spinal deformity affecting 2-3% of the population, predominantly girls. Standard treatment involves posterior spinal fusion (PSF) with pedicle screws, which, despite being effective, carries risks of complications from screw misplacement. Convex single-rod […]

Camptocormia is a debilitating postural abnormality associated with Parkinson disease (PD), significantly impairing the daily lives of affected patients. Treatment options remain inconsistent, with lidocaine injections emerging as a potential therapy. However, the lack of standardized protocols […]

Chronic back pain is commonly attributed to musculoskeletal or spinal issues, but rarer conditions like twelfth rib syndrome can often be overlooked, leading to ineffective treatments. This case presents a male in his 50s with persistent left-sided flank pain, initially attributed to low back pain […]

Exercise therapy is a widely utilized intervention for the prevention and rehabilitation of cervical spondylosis. As a distinctive form of traditional exercise therapy in China, Health Qigong has been empirically validated to exert beneficial effects across 17 physiological systems, with […]

The aim of the study was to systematically assess the efficacy and safety of tumor necrosis factor inhibitors (TNFi), interleukin-17 inhibitors (IL-17i), and Janus kinase inhibitors (JAKi) in patients with non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA)./r/nA systematic literature search was […]

Cancer treatment for centenarians can be challenging. High-dose-rate surface mold brachytherapy is a non-invasive, radical treatment modality for surface cancer. Further, it is used for patients who cannot remain at rest or have poor posture. We performed this treatment on a 103-year-old female […]

We describe a rare case of severe primary spondylitis caused by in a 45-year-old immunocompetent woman with no relevant comorbidities. The surgical site infection arose after a L4-L5 microdiscectomy and resulted in severe clinical disability. Allegations of possible negligence as the cause […]

Omphalopagus conjoined twins (OCT) are rare and can present with scoliosis and multiple anomalies of major organs system. Management of scoliosis in OCT has not been reported previously. This report presents a case of mirror-image scoliosis of the thoracic spine in OCT and its conservative and […]

Systematic review and meta-analysis./r/nTo compare return-to-work (RTW) outcomes between anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) and anterior cervical disk replacement (CDR) in working-aged patients with degenerative cervical spine disease./r/nDegenerative cervical spine disease frequently […]

The prevalence of osteoporosis, particularly among the elderly population and postmenopausal women (PMW), remains a significant public health concern. Women aged 50 to 60 years are especially vulnerable to osteoporosis-related bone loss, emphasizing the need for preventative measures and early […]

Musculoskeletal disorders that follow a chronic course are associated with many symptoms, the most striking one is chronic pain that gradually worsens. The aim of this randomized controlled and single- center study was to investigate the effect of Reformer Pilates exercises on pain severity, pain […]

This multicentre, retrospective case series analysed bone mineral density (BMD) changes in 26 patients who switched early from romosozumab (3-10 months) to antiresorptives. BMD gains over 12 months were similar to those in patients (n = 99) completing the full 12-month course./r/nRomosozumab […]

Bone formation, metabolism, and the stability of the bone marrow microenvironment are all impacted by the imbalance in the differentiation potential of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs). Despite this, it is unknown how BMSCs affect congenital scoliosis (CS). As a result, our research now […]

Surgical Management Spontaneous Spinal Fluid Leaks - Ventral Dural Pathologies - Ibrahim Hussain, MD

Cerebral air embolism (CAE) is a rare but catastrophic complication of percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP), with only 6 documented cases in spinal surgery literature. This study presents a novel case of CAE following PKP, resulting in a vegetative state despite hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), and […]

Basivertebral Nerve Ablation Anterior Column Procedure - Douglas Beall, MD

Pedicle screw internal fixation is a significant method for maintaining spinal stability. Despite the existence of numerous systematic reviews and meta-analyses that have evaluated the efficacy and safety of robotic-assisted compared to freehand technique, a comprehensive evaluation of the […]

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the differences in efficacy and safety between robotic navigated pedicle screw insertion and conventional free-hand techniques in the management of lumbar spondylolisthesis. Utilizing a predefined search strategy, we systematically searched […]

A healthy 15-year-old male athlete presented with upper thoracic congenital kyphoscoliosis, causing notable pain and limiting participation in competitive sports. In addition to mid and low back pain related to sagittal profile, the patient also expressed concerns regarding shape of his back from […]

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Researchers have uncovered a surprising new role for netrin1, a crucial protein in neural development, as a regulator that limits bone morphogenetic protein signaling in the developing spinal cord.

An international study has discovered that people living with the neurodegenerative condition spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) are at higher risk of developing fatty liver disease, suggesting that SMA patients may face additional health problems over time. This finding raises significant concerns […]

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