- Effectiveness of Cognitive Functional Therapy for Reducing Pain and Disability in Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.on May 9, 2023
We aimed to evaluate whether cognitive functional therapy (CFT) is an effective treatment for adults with chronic low back pain (LBP). Intervention systematic review with meta-analysis. We searched 4 electronic databases (CENTRAL, CINAHL, MEDLINE, and Embase) and 2 clinical trial registers […]
- Severe kyphoscoliosis correction utilizing sublaminar bands in the setting of a vertebral column resection: a unique technical report.on May 9, 2023
Severe kyphoscoliosis produces combined coronal and sagittal imbalance, a challenging presentation of Adult Spinal Deformity (ASD). Vertebral column resection (VCR) provides three-dimensional correction typically reserved for severe and/or fixed deformities. The challenge of a VCR is to stabilize […]
- Management of spine deformity secondary to facioscapulohumeral dystrophy in pediatric patients. A case description and a literature review.on May 9, 2023
The aim of this report is to describe the management of a severe spinal deformity in an adolescent with facioscapulohumeral dystrophy (FSHD) and review the available literature on the topic./r/nA 14-year-old patient with a genetically confirmed diagnosis of FSHD was evaluated for right […]
- Risk factors for postoperative coronal imbalance after surgical correction of adult spinal deformities: a systematic review with pooled analysis.on May 9, 2023
The aim of this study was to identify preoperative risk factors for postoperative coronal imbalance (CIB) in patients undergoing surgical correction for adult spinal deformity (ASD)./r/nA systematic search of articles about risk factors for postoperative CIB was conducted on electronic databases […]
- Artificial intelligence detects fractures on CT images for osteoporosis diagnosticson May 1, 2023
The bone density of many people decreases as they get older. This process, which is known as osteoporosis, often goes unnoticed, even if there are fractures to the vertebral bodies. These fractures could be detected by means of X-rays or computed tomography (CT), but this does not always occur. For […]
- Combined L5-S1 Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion and Multilevel Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion in a Single-Stage Lateral Decubitus Position Using Fluoroscopy-Based Instrument Tracking System.on April 25, 2023
Anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF), traditionally performed supine, allows for significant restoration of lumbar lordosis, disc height, and foraminal height in degenerative spine diseases; however, an iatrogenic injury to the viscera and the great vessels can have devastating consequences. […]
- Use of Growth Rod Systems for Management of Early Onset Scoliosis in Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review.on April 25, 2023
To review the literature for the role and outcome of growing rod surgeries in patients with cerebral palsy associated neuromuscular scoliosis./r/nA systematic search was conducted according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Electronic literature […]
- Treating spondyloarthritis early: does it matter? Results from a systematic literature review.on April 25, 2023
To summarize evidence on the relationship between early treatment (definition based on symptom/disease duration or radiographic damage) and treatment clinical response in patients with SpA./r/nA systematic literature review was conducted in studies on SpA patients treated with NSAIDs or […]
- Biotronik announces US FDA approval of Prospera spinal cord stimulation systemon April 25, 2023
Biotronik has announced US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for Prospera—a new spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system. The system features RESONANCE, which the company claims is the first and only multiphase stimulation paradigm, paired with Embrace One, which is a patient-centric care […]
- AO Spine NA Fellows Webinar—Surgical Planning in Spinal Deformitieson April 13, 2023
AO Spine NA Fellows Webinar—Surgical Planning in Spinal Deformities
- Intramedullary spinal cord metastasis from esophageal squamous cell carcinoma: case report and literature review.on March 21, 2023
Intramedullary spinal cord metastasis (ISCM) of malignant tumors rarely happens. To the best of our knowledge, only five cases of ISCM from esophageal cancer have been reported in literature. We here report the sixth descripted case of ISCM from esophageal cancer./r/nA 68-year-old male presented […]
- Decompression alone versus decompression with fusion in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis with degenerative spondylolisthesis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on March 21, 2023
Surgical decompression is standard care in the treatment of degenerative spondylolisthesis in patients with symptomatic lumbar spinal stenosis, but there remains controversy over the benefits of adding fusion. The persistent lack of consensus on this matter and the availability of new data […]
- Robotic Assisted Cervical Pedicle Screws - Isador Lieberman, M.D , M.B.A.on February 28, 2023
Robotic Assisted Cervical Pedicle Screws - Isador Lieberman, M.D , M.B.A.
- Paradigm Shift In Spinal Oncology: Carbon Implants & Intraoperative Radiotherapy - Ehab Shiban, Ph.Don February 24, 2023
Paradigm Shift In Spinal Oncology: Carbon Implants & Intraoperative Radiotherapy - Ehab Shiban, Ph.D
- AO Spine Fellows NA Webinar—Cased Based Discussion: Degenerative Spondylolisthesison February 8, 2023
AO Spine Fellows NA Webinar—Cased Based Discussion: Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
- A challenging case of lumbar vertebral burst fracture with alcohol withdrawal delirium: A case report.on January 31, 2023
Delirium tremens is a symptom of alcohol withdrawal syndrome that occurs 48 to 96 hours after the last drink in 5% of withdrawing patients./r/nThis report describes the clinical progression of a case of lumbar vertebral burst fracture with alcohol withdrawal delirium that was difficult to […]
- Ankylosing spondylitis with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease: A case report with literature review.on January 31, 2023
We present the case of a patient diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) along with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), possibly triggered by infection or autoimmunity. Both AS and KFD involved a similar immune pathway. Hence, clinicians should consider the possibility of KFD when lymphadenopathy is […]
- 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.
- Postoperative Acute-Phase Gait Training Using Hybrid Assistive Limb Improves Gait Ataxia in a Patient with Intradural Spinal Cord Compression Due to Spinal Tumors.on January 9, 2023
Sensory ataxia due to posterior cord syndrome is a relevant, disabling condition in nontraumatic spinal cord dysfunction. Ataxic gait is a common symptom of sensory ataxia that restricts activities of daily living. A 70-year-old woman with severe sensory disturbance was diagnosed with intradural […]
- Predictors for cervical kyphotic deformity following laminoplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on January 9, 2023
Laminoplasty is a common treatment for cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) and for ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL). However, approximately 21% of patients undergoing laminoplasty develop cervical kyphotic deformity (KD). Because of the high prevalence rate of KD, […]
- Spinal robotics in cervical spine surgery: a systematic review with key concepts and technical considerations.on January 9, 2023
Spinal robotics for thoracolumbar procedures, predominantly employed for the insertion of pedicle screws, is currently an emerging topic in the literature. The use of robotics in instrumentation of the cervical spine has not been broadly explored. In this review, the authors aimed to coherently […]
- Does fusion length matter? Total hip arthroplasty dislocation after extension of lumbosacral fusion: a case report.on December 30, 2022
Hip-spine syndrome is a complex challenge for orthopedic surgeons. We present a 60-year-old female with a history of spinal fusion and total hip arthroplasty. The patient underwent extension of the previous fusion with sacropelvic fixation, and 5 months later she presented with left posterior […]
- Zero-profile implant versus conventional cage-plate construct in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion for the treatment of single-level degenerative cervical spondylosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.on December 5, 2022
The clinical outcomes of single-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) with the Zero-profile (Zero-p) were evaluated in comparison with the anterior cervical cage-plate construct (CPC)./r/nWe performed a systematic search covering PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of […]
- Intraoperative Neuromonitoring for Spinal Surgery in a Pregnant Patient: Case Report and Literature Review.on December 5, 2022
We report the strategy of anesthesia and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) in a 29-year-old, 22 weeks pregnant patient posted for surgery for aggressive vertebral body hemangioma. We used propofol and fentanyl-based anesthesia for IONM. Motor-evoked potentials (MEP) and […]
- 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.
- An irritability-based approach to whiplash-associated concussion rehabilitation: a case series.on November 25, 2022
An estimated 45% of concussions are reported to be related to motor vehicle collisions (MVC). However, limited research exists involving the treatment of MVC-related concussion, especially when combined with whiplash-associated disorders (WAD). Purpose: The purpose of this case series is to […]
- Spinal cord stimulation in patients suffering from chronic pain after surgery for spinal intradural tumors: A case report and literature summary.on November 15, 2022
The prevalence of pain after treatment of a spinal intradural tumor is remarkably high, approximately up to 40% of the patients suffer from central neuropathic pain. Publications on spinal cord stimulation (SCS) and its effect on pain caused by intradural spinal tumors are rare. We discuss the case […]
- Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Discectomy versus Microendoscopic Discectomy for the Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.on November 15, 2022
In minimally invasive spinal surgery, the treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis with microendoscopic discectomy (MED) or unilateral biportal endoscopic discectomy (UBED) shows effective results, but which is more effective is controversial. Our study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of UBED […]
- The impact of traumatic herniated discs in cervical facets dislocations treatments: systematic review and meta-analysis.on November 3, 2022
Traumatic facet dislocations in the subaxial cervical spine, also known as locked facets, are commonly associated with neurological deficits. The fear of the presence of an associated traumatic disc herniation and consequent neurological worsening usually causes a delay in the spinal realignment. […]
- Efficacy and safety of robotic spine surgery: systematic review and meta-analysis.on October 24, 2022
Robotic surgery (RS) may offer benefits compared with freehand/conventional surgery (FS) in the treatment of patients with spinal disease. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of RS versus FS in spinal fusion./r/nA systematic review and meta-analysis was performed. Data […]
- Rapidly destructive osteoarthritis of the spine: lessons learned from the first reported case.on August 8, 2022
Rapidly Destructive Osteoarthritis (RDOA) has been described for the hip and shoulder joints and is characterized by a quickly developing bone edema followed by extensive remodeling and joint destruction. Confronted with a similarly evolving case of endplate edema and destruction of the disk […]
- Efficacy of Bracing on Thoracic Kyphotic Angle and Functionality in Women with Osteoporosis: A Systematic Review.on July 1, 2022
Osteoporotic hyperkyphosis is associated with adverse outcomes, such as fatigue, back pain, or reduced back extensor strength, with a negative impact on functionality and quality of life. The purpose of this review is to assess the effectiveness of spinal orthosis on these adverse effects. A […]
- Risk factors for proximal junctional kyphosis in adult spinal deformity after correction surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis.on June 27, 2022
This study aimed to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the risk factors for proximal junctional kyphosis after the correction surgery of adult spinal deformity./r/nRelevant studies were systematically retrieved from databases including Cochrane Library, PubMed, and Embase. […]
- Case 2: Low Back Pain in a 15-year-old Girl.on March 7, 2022
Case 2: Low Back Pain in a 15-year-old Girl.
- Ultrasound-Guided Injection Treatment of Low Back Pain Caused by Bertolotti Syndrome.on February 28, 2022
Ultrasound-Guided Injection Treatment of Low Back Pain Caused by Bertolotti Syndrome.
- 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
- Sprengel deformity associated with winging of scapula, vertebral fusion, rib fusion and spina bifida occulta.on October 26, 2021
Sprengel deformity associated with winging of scapula, vertebral fusion, rib fusion and spina bifida occulta.