- Circumferential Pannus at C1-C2 Causing Spinal Cord Compression.on November 4, 2024
Periodontoid pannus formation is a pathologic condition caused by a multitude of different etiologies, however, it is most commonly due to rheumatoid arthritis. In these cases, the pannus is typically located in the retro-odontoid space ventral to the spinal cord, leading to progressive neural […]
- Eculizumab Use in Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders: Routine Clinical Care Data From a European Cohort.on November 4, 2024
Attack prevention is crucial in managing neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSDs). Eculizumab (ECU), an inhibitor of the terminal complement cascade, was highly effective in preventing attacks in a phase III trial of aquaporin-4 (AQP4)-IgG seropositive(+) NMOSDs. In this article, we […]
- Treating Multilevel Cervical Degenerative Disk Disease in a Patient With Stage IV Lung Cancer With Notable Comorbidities Using a Drug Eluting Biomaterial: A Case Report.on November 4, 2024
A 64-year-old patient with stage IV non-small-cell lung carcinoma and several comorbidities, which include obesity and long-term smoking, was treated with N-allyl noroxymorphone eluting osteoinductive bone graft biomaterial. The patient had multilevel degenerative disk disease (DDD), which has a […]
- Progressive cervical osteophytosis and dysphagia associated with isotretinoin treatment for rosacea.on November 4, 2024
Progressive cervical osteophytosis and dysphagia associated with isotretinoin treatment for rosacea.
- Use of a newly developed minimally invasive bilateral fixed angle locking system in the treatment of pathological pelvic fractures: a case series.on November 4, 2024
Metastatic bone disease (MBD) and its complications have a significant impact on patients' quality of life. Pathological fractures are a particular problem as they affect patient mobility and pose a high risk of non-union. The pelvis is frequently affected by MBD and its fixation is challenging. We […]
- Unusual presentation of PYGM gene mutation as late-onset McArdle disease with camptocormia: a case report.on November 4, 2024
Glycogen storage disease type 5 (McArdle disease) leads to a deficiency in the activity of myophosphorylase resulting in an impaired glucose utilization. The disease can be caused by a variety of mutations in the PYGM gene, and its typical clinical manifestation is muscles weakness within the first […]
- Ectatic vertebral artery associated medullary compression treated with microvascular decompression: a case report and review of literature.on November 4, 2024
Vertebral artery compression syndrome is a rare condition defined as the clinical presentation of dizziness, vertigo, ataxia, dysarthria, dysphagia, progressive or acute paralysis, hemisensory loss, and cervical myelopathy secondary to compression of the medulla and upper spinal cord by the […]
- Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia type 1 complicated by recurrent deep-seated MSSA infections necessitating lifelong antibiotic suppression.on November 4, 2024
Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) leads to arteriovenous malformations (AVM) that increase the risk of haemorrhage and cause right-left shunting bypassing the reticuloendothelial system increasing the risk for recurrent infections. A 60+ year old male patient with HHT type 1 (status […]
- Pulmonary embolism and intracardiac foreign bodies caused by bone cement leakage: a case report and literature review.on November 4, 2024
Percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) is a surgical procedure that involves injecting polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) bone cement into the diseased vertebrae to rapidly relieve pain and strengthen the vertebrae. We reported a 73-year-old patient who underwent percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) surgery for […]
- Efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese medicine in managing bone loss post-endocrine therapy in hormone receptor-positive breast cancer patients.on November 4, 2024
This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) kidney-tonifying methods in treating bone loss and osteoporosis following endocrine therapy in patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer./r/nThis research systematically searched 6 major medical […]
- Prevalence of, and Disability Due to, Multiple Sclerosis and Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder in Japan by the Fifth Nationwide Survey.on November 4, 2024
All 4 previous nationwide surveys of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Japan were conducted before the discovery of anti-aquaporin-4 (AQP4) antibodies; thus, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) was included in MS, as optic-spinal MS. We aimed to clarify the epidemiologic features and trends of […]
- Odontoid Fracture with Locked Posterolateral Atlantoaxial Dislocation: A Case Report and Review of Literature.on October 28, 2024
Odontoid fractures with atlantoaxial dislocations are rare injuries. We report a case of a 41-year-old man with a Type 2 odontoid fracture with locket facet and posterolateral dislocation. He underwent single-stage C1-C4 posterior fixation and fusion, and at 2-year follow-up, he is symptom-free […]
- A novel sequential treatment approach between denosumab and romosozumab in patients with severe osteoporosis.on October 28, 2024
In severe osteoporosis, the optimal approach for sequential treatment between denosumab and romosozumab is unclear. We utilised a novel overlapping strategy in three patients with very-high fracture risk despite long-term denosumab which led to greater bone density improvements than previously […]
- Effectiveness of gluteal control training in chronic low back pain patients with functional leg length inequality.on October 28, 2024
Chronic low back pain (LBP) is a common musculoskeletal disorder and is often accompanied by functional leg length inequality (FLLI). However, little was known about the effects of gluteal muscle control training in patients with LBP and FLLI. This study was designed to investigate the effects of […]
- New Technique for Treatment of Spondylolysis and Contralateral Facet Fracture Using Navigation and Robotics: A Case Report.on October 22, 2024
A healthy 15-year-old male competitive hockey player presented with acute-on-chronic lower back pain was found to have a bilateral pars defect. After conservative treatment, subsequent computed tomography imaging demonstrated partial healing of the right-sided facet fracture but persistent […]
- The association between sleep disorder, sleep duration and chronic back pain: results from National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys, 2009-2010.on October 22, 2024
Back pain is a typical condition, and the association among sleep disorders, sleep duration and back pain is currently being investigated. The purpose of this research is to explore the connection between sleep disorders, sleep duration and chronic back pain as well as confounding factors./r/nOur […]
- Bilateral Spondylolysis of Lumbar Vertebra Secondary to Long Spinal Fusion for Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Case Report and Review of Literature.on October 15, 2024
Lumbar spondylolysis is a common cause of low back pain in adolescents. A lot of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with concomitant spondylolysis has been reported before, but only two cases with acquired spondylolysis following long fusion for scoliosis were reported. We described another similar […]
- Progressive cervical osteophytosis and dysphagia associated with isotretinoin treatment for rosacea.on October 3, 2024
Progressive cervical osteophytosis and dysphagia associated with isotretinoin treatment for rosacea.
- Efficacy and safety of mind-body exercise for patients with axial spondyloarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on October 3, 2024
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of mind-body exercise (MBE) interventions, including Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, and Qigong, in patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), a systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted./r/nEight electronic databases were searched from their inception to May […]
- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis in Siblings Treated by Surgical Deformity Correction.on September 16, 2024
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) in siblings reflects genetic hypothesis; however, few studies have been published. Furthermore, to the best of our knowledge, there have been no reports in the literature of both siblings with AIS who underwent deformity corrections. A 15-year-old adolescent […]
- Surgical limits, pitfalls, and potential solutions in kyphectomy in myelomeningocele: three cases and systematic review of the literature.on September 16, 2024
To describe surgical treatment of 3 cases of severe and progressive thoracolumbar kyphosis in myelomeningocele and provide a systematic review of the available literature on the topic./r/nMedical records and pre- and post-operative imaging of 3 patients with thoracolumbar kyphosis and […]
- Individualized Design Application of 3-Dimensional Printing Navigational Template for Pedicle Screw Installation: A Training Case Report.on September 10, 2024
BACKGROUND The proper installation for pedicle screws by the traditional method of surgeons dependent on experience is not guaranteed, and educational solutions have progressed from chalkboards to electronic teaching platforms. We designed a case of 3-dimensional printing drill guide template as a […]
- Management of Parapharyngeal Metastatic Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma Via a Combined Trans-Cervical and Trans-Oral Robotic Approach.on September 2, 2024
Medullary thyroid carcinoma constitutes 5% to 10% of all thyroid cancers. Metastatic adenopathies may pose challenges in intricate anatomical locations, such as the parapharyngeal space. A rare case of metastatic medullary thyroid carcinoma in the parapharyngeal space has been treated in our unit […]
- The Efficacy of JAK Inhibitor for Spondyloarthritis Associated IgA Nephropathy.on August 26, 2024
The Efficacy of JAK Inhibitor for Spondyloarthritis Associated IgA Nephropathy.
- High incidence of dural tears with 3-column osteotomies: a systematic review of adult spinal deformity surgery literature for the past decade.on August 26, 2024
Dural tear (DT) is a well-known complication of spinal surgery. We aimed to systematically review the literature from the past decade and determine the incidence and risk factors for DT in the adult spinal deformity (ASD) population to improve both the surgical strategy and counseling of patients […]
- Exploring the Pathogenicity of SETX I1942T Variant in Ataxia with Oculomotor Apraxia Type 2 Through Segregation Analysis.on August 19, 2024
Exploring the Pathogenicity of SETX I1942T Variant in Ataxia with Oculomotor Apraxia Type 2 Through Segregation Analysis.
- Research reveals link between spinal muscular atrophy and liver damageon July 17, 2024
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 […]
- Migraine Disorder Overview – Elena Robinson, MDon July 11, 2024
Migraine Disorder Overview – Elena Robinson, MD
- A novel variant in the FLNB gene associated with spondylocarpotarsal synostosis syndrome.on July 8, 2024
Genetic disorders involved in skeleton system arise due to the disturbance in skeletal development, growth and homeostasis. Filamin B is an actin binding protein which is large dimeric protein which cross link actin cytoskeleton filaments into dynamic structure. A single nucleotide changes in the […]
- Lateral Corpectomy for Traumatic Burst Fractures – Farhan Siddiq, MDon June 26, 2024
Lateral Corpectomy for Traumatic Burst Fractures – Farhan Siddiq, MD
- PathKeeper enters into agreement with Mayo Clinic for low-radiation paediatric spine surgeryon March 26, 2024
PathKeeper Surgical has announced that it has entered into a know-how agreement with Mayo Clinic to research radiation levels in paediatric spine surgeries. The research will focus on reducing patient radiation exposure using minimally invasive optical navigation and utilising intraoperative […]
- Risk Factors of Cage Subsidence Following Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Meta-analysis and Systematic Review.on March 19, 2024
The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the risk factors for cage subsidence (CS) after oblique lumbar interbody fusion (OLIF)./r/nThe cohort and case-control studies which reporting potential risk factors for CS following OLIF were searched in PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science from […]
- AO Spine NA Fellows Webinar—Surgical Planning in Spinal Deformitieson April 13, 2023
AO Spine NA Fellows Webinar—Surgical Planning in Spinal Deformities
- AO Spine Fellows NA Webinar—Cased Based Discussion: Degenerative Spondylolisthesison February 8, 2023
AO Spine Fellows NA Webinar—Cased Based Discussion: Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
- New in January: case exporton January 26, 2023
January 2023 In this month's update you will find the new export functionality that allows you to safely export your clinical cases directly from CaseFolio to your device. The post New in January: case export appeared first on myAO.
- New in December – A new feed experienceon December 2, 2022
December 2022 You can now choose what you want to see on your myAO feed! In this month's update you will find a new feed design and experience divided into network activity and knowledge updates. The post New in December – A new feed experience appeared first on myAO.
- Call for applications: AO Spine Education Commission Chairpersonon February 24, 2022
Call for applications: AO Spine Education Commission Chairperson
- Open call: AO Spine 2021 Research Start-up Granton February 21, 2022
Open call: AO Spine 2021 Research Start-up Grant