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Surgical procedure images. Image annotations: (A, B) Insertion of the working cannula with C‐arm fluoroscopy, confirming the correct surgical segment. (C) Under endoscopic visualization, removal of posterior soft tissues from the ligamentum flavum, exposing the dorsal surface of the ligamentum flavum, the inferior edge of the lamina, and the medial ...
Chengqian Huang+14 more
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Robot-assisted direct repair of spondylolysis
Introduction: Direct repair of the pars defect in lumbar spondylolysis is an effective surgical procedure, but it is technically challenging. We assessed the feasibility of a new robotic system for intralaminar screw fixation of spondylolysis.
W. Tian+5 more
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Injuries and pathologies in beach volleyball players: A systematic review [PDF]
The aim of this paper is to review the available literature published on injuries and pathology in beach volleyball. The databases consulted were the Web of Sciende and Pubmed.
Jimenez-Olmedo, Jose Manuel+1 more
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Spondylolysis: a critical review [PDF]
Aim—To provide an understanding of the current concepts in the natural history, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of spondylolysis based on the available medical literature.Methods—Articles were selected for review by the following methods: (a) MEDLINE searches with review of abstracts to select relevant articles; (b) review of multiple ...
Christopher J. Standaert+1 more
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Pain of the chronic nature remains the foremost concern in tertiary spine clinics, yet its elusive nature and quantification challenges persist. Clinically, low back pain (LBP) exhibits a multifaceted character, encompassing conventional assessments of severity and disability, alongside nuanced attributes like pain characterization, duration, and ...
Stone Sima, Ashish Diwan
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Lumbar Spondylolysis and Spondylolytic Spondylolisthesis: Who Should Be Have Surgery? An Algorithmic Approach [PDF]
Lumbar spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis are common spinal disorders that most of the times are incidental findings or respond favorably to conservative treatment. In a small percentage of the patients, surgical intervention becomes necessary.
Farzad Omidi-Kashani+2 more
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Skeletal Evidence for Leprosy in India by the Second Millenium B.C. [PDF]
Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by _Mycobacterium leprae_ that affects almost 500,000 people worldwide^1^. The timing of first infection, geographic origin, and pattern of transmission of the disease are unknown^1-3^.
Gwendolyn Robbins+6 more
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Conus medullaris termination: Assessing safety of spinal anesthesia in the L2–L3 interspace
Abstract Background Classic teaching is that spinal anesthesia is safe at or below the L2–L3 interspace. To evaluate this, we sought to determine the percentage of individuals with a conus medullaris termination (CMT) level at or below the L1–L2 interspace.
James E. Paul+9 more
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Work and the adolescent in medieval England (AD 900-1550): the osteological evidence [PDF]
What was it like to be a teenager in medieval England? Despite the fact that medieval society often singled young apprentices and workers out for comment, their study has been largely neglected in medieval archaeology.
Lewis, Mary
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Abstract Introduction Energy‐reducing spinal cord stimulation (SCS) approaches have the potential to impact patient experience with rechargeable and non‐rechargeable SCS devices through reducing device recharge time or enhancing device longevity. This prospective, multi‐center study evaluated the safety, effectiveness, and actual energy usage of ...
Jeffery Peacock+20 more
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