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Opioid-free Analgesia for Posterior Spinal Fusion Surgery Using Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) Blocks in a Multimodal Anesthetic Regimen

Spine, 2019
Study Design. A case report. Objective. The aim of this study was to report the use of erector spinae plane (ESP) blocks as part of an opioid-free multimodal anesthetic regimen and its impact on postoperative pain and opioid requirements following spine ...
K. Chin, S. Lewis
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Can machine learning algorithms accurately predict discharge to nonhome facility and early unplanned readmissions following spinal fusion? Analysis of a national surgical registry.

Journal of Neurosurgery : Spine, 2019
OBJECTIVE Nonhome discharge and unplanned readmissions represent important cost drivers following spinal fusion. The authors sought to utilize different machine learning algorithms to predict discharge to rehabilitation and unplanned readmissions in ...
Anshit Goyal, Che Ngufor, P. Kerezoudis, Brandon A Mccutcheon, C. Storlie, M. Bydon   +5 more
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Spinal Bone Density Following Spinal Fusion

Spine, 1989
Spinal bone densities were assessed in 25 patients following lumbar fusion and bracing, in an attempt to study bone remodeling by noninvasive methods. Dual-photon densitometry was used to study specific areas of autologous bone grafts and adjacent vertebrae above the fusion mass.
H J, Lipscomb, S A, Grubb, R V, Talmage
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Trends in Lumbar Fusion Procedure Rates and Associated Hospital Costs for Degenerative Spinal Diseases in the United States, 2004 to 2015

Spine, 2019
Study Design. Analysis of National Inpatient Sample (NIS), 2004 to 2015. Objective. Describe recent trends in US rates of lumbar fusion procedures and associated costs, by surgical indication. Summary of Background Data.
B. Martin, S. Mirza, Nicholas T. Spina, W. Spiker, B. Lawrence, D. Brodke   +5 more
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Update on Spinal Fusion

Neurologic Clinics, 2022
Spinal fusion is frequently performed for a variety of indications. It is performed to treat instability due to trauma, infection, or neoplasm. It may be used to treat regional or global spinal deformity. There are even occasions when it is appropriate as a treatment of low back pain without overt instability or deformity.
Daniel K, Resnick, Bradley T, Schmidt
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Bisphosphonate and Teriparatide Use in Thoracolumbar Spinal Fusion: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Comparative Studies

Spine, 2018
Study Design. Systematic review and meta-analysis. Objective. To compare the efficacy of the use of either bisphosphonates or teriparatide on radiographic and functional outcomes of patients that had thoracolumbar spinal fusion.
Rafael A. Buerba, Akshay Sharma, Chason Ziino, Alexander H Arzeno, Remi M. Ajiboye   +4 more
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LAPAROSCOPIC SPINAL FUSION

Orthopedic Clinics of North America, 1996
This article details the development of the laparoscopic technique of interbody spinal fusion. The rationale for this procedure is discussed as are indications, contraindications, and operative technique. The results of over 100 laparoscopic lumbar fusions are presented along with their complications and surgical recommendations.
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Advances in spinal fusion

Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI, 2005
Since its initial description about a century ago, spinal fusion has become a common surgical intervention in the treatment of various debilitating spinal disorders. However, given the complexities and demands of the procedure, patient selection remains a key component in the success of the operation.
Jamshid, Tehranzadeh, Jimmy D, Ton, Charles D, Rosen   +2 more
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Laparoscopic Spinal Fusion Procedures

AORN Journal, 1997
ABSTRACTLaparoscopic procedures, such as spinal fusions, facilitate patients' faster returns to functioning lifestyles. Fusions using implanted threaded cylinders made of a porous titanium alloy can be performed at the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine levels.
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Endoscopic Spinal Fusion

2019
Spinal fusion surgery has the potential to alleviate pain, improve functional ability, and maximize overall quality of life. Recognizing not only the importance to preserve as much normal human anatomy and physiology as possible but also to take into account the overwhelming economic, social, and psychological burden that open surgery may place on both
Jason Ilias Liounakos, Gregory Basil, Karthik Madhavan, Michael Y. Wang   +3 more
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