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Global Spine Journal
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ISSN 2192-5682 · SAGE Publishing · 4,475 articles in the index
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Cervical Disc Arthroplasty Implant Migration and Dislocation: A Systematic Review of Patterns, Risk Factors, and Surgical Outcomes
Study Design Systematic Review. Objectives Cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA) is a motion-preserving alternative to fusion for degenerative cervical disc disease. Implant dislocation, though rare, can lead to severe complications. Despite growing CDA adoption, no systematic synthesis of dislocation…
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Evaluating the Learning Curve and Surgical Efficacy in the Novel Robotic-Assisted Muscle-Preserving (RAMP) Spinal Decompression
Study Design Comparative cadaveric validation. Objectives To evaluate the influence of prior surgical experience on the accuracy and efficiency of robotic-assisted muscle-preserving (RAMP) decompression using human specimens. Methods RAMP decompressions were performed from T8 - L5 in 8 cadavers by…
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The Use of Recombinant Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2 in the Treatment of Spondylodiscitis
Study Design Retrospective observational cohort. Objective Although recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2) has been shown to enhance fusion rates in spinal fusion surgery, its use in patients with spondylodiscitis remains controversial. This study evaluated the surgical outcomes…
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Establishing and Validating Cervical and Lumbar Vertebral Bone Quality Thresholds for Predicting Mechanical Complications in Patients Undergoing Spinal Fusion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Study Design Systematic review and meta-analysis. Objective To establish and validate region-specific MRI-derived vertebral bone quality (VBQ) thresholds predictive of mechanical complications following cervical and lumbar spinal fusion. Methods PubMed, EMBASE, MEDLINE, and the Cochrane Library…
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A Biomechanical Analysis on the Influence of Variable Thoracolumbar Correction on Proximal Junctional Kyphosis
Study Design Cadaveric Biomechanical Study. Objectives Surgical treatment for adult spinal degeneration revolves around posterior instrumented fusion. Proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) is a well-documented complication of this surgical treatment and theorized to occur due to excessive mobility at…
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Impact of Dialysis on Complications, Discharge Outcomes, and Healthcare Costs Following Posterior Cervical Fusion Surgery: A National Database Study
Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Objective Dialysis dependent patients have been found to have greater healthcare utilization, rates of postoperative complications, and mortality after cervical spine surgery. However, there is a gap in the literature investigating the impact of dialysis…
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Preoperative Antidepressants are Associated With Increased Risk of Opioid Use and Overall Complications Following Anterior and Posterior Cervical Fusion: A Nationwide Propensity-Matched Cohort Study
Study Design Retrospective cohort study of a national database. Objectives This study investigates the association between preoperative antidepressant use and postoperative opioid utilization as well as overall outcomes following primary anterior cervical fusion (ACF) and posterior cervical fusion…
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Increased Risk of Venous Thromboembolism Following Posterior Versus Anterior Cervical Spine Fusion: A Propensity-Matched Cohort Study
Study Design Propensity-matched retrospective cohort study. Objective This study aimed to compare the incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE) complications following posterior cervical decompression and fusion (PCDF) and anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). Methods The TriNetX database…
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Trends in Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: Medicare Projections Through 2060
Study Design Retrospective analysis using national Medicare data. Objectives To evaluate historical trends in single and multi-level ACDF utilization and project future procedure volumes among Medicare beneficiaries through 2060. Methods Publicly available data from the Centers for Medicare and…
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Comparing Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Discectomy Versus Microdiscectomy for Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Study Design This study is a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies. Objective Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) often requires surgery, with microdiscectomy (MD) being common. This study compares Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Discectomy (UBED) to conventional…
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Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Use Does Not Impact Spine Surgery Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Study Design Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Objectives Despite a surge in the use of Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) in spine surgery candidates, evidence on their perioperative use remains unclear. This meta-analysis aimed to synthesize the evidence on the safety and…
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Long-Term Neurological Outcomes Following Significant Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Alarms: A Longitudinal Study of 115 Patients With Severe Spinal Deformities
Study Design A retrospective cohort study. Objective Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) is crucial for detecting impending iatrogenic neurological injury during high-risk scoliosis surgery. However, the implication of significant IONM alarms on long-term neurological function…
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Trends in Utilization and Cost of Endoscopic Lumbar Decompression in Ambulatory Surgical Centers: A Nationwide Database Analysis From 2018 Through 2022
Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Objectives This study aimed to examine national trends in utilization, charges, and patient characteristics associated with endoscopic spine surgery (ESS) in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) from 2018 to 2022. Methods The Nationwide Ambulatory Surgery…
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Clinical Outcomes and Challenges in the Management of Spondylodiscitis in Patients With Intravenous Drug Abuse: A Multicenter Retrospective Study
Study Design Retrospective multicenter study. Objective To examine the epidemiology and clinical outcomes of spondylodiscitis in patients with intravenous drug abuse (IVDU) and compare them with non-IVDU patients. Methods Data from 575 patients diagnosed with spondylodiscitis between 1 January 2018…
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ALIF Versus P/TLIF for Lumbar Spondylolisthesis: National Outcomes on Complications, Disposition, Mortality, and Cost From 2016 to 2022
Study Design Retrospective Cohort Study. Objectives There are several approaches for lumbar fusion, which is often used to treat degenerative lumbar spondylolisthesis. This study aimed to compare perioperative complications, mortality, discharge disposition, and costs amongst patients undergoing…
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Digital Assessment of Three-Dimensional Spinopelvic Parameters in Female Lenke Type 1 Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Study Design Retrospective cross-sectional study. Objectives To investigate differences and correlations in multi-planar parameters across severity levels in female Lenke type 1 patients, and to identify key factors, thereby providing a basis for personalized preoperative planning. Methods…
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Perioperative Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Use Is Associated With Lower Pseudoarthrosis Rates Following Long-Segment Spinal Deformity Correction: A Propensity-Matched Analysis
Study Design Retrospective Cohort Study Objective This study investigated the association between perioperative glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) therapy and pseudoarthrosis rates in patients undergoing long-segment spinal deformity surgery. Methods Adult patients with a history…
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Inpatient Outcomes in Geriatric Complete Cervical Spinal Cord Injury: Associations Between Surgical Management and Reduced Mortality Despite Increased Morbidity
Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Objectives We aimed to identify factors associated with mortality and morbidity in geriatric patients with complete cervical spinal cord injury (cSCI) and compare outcomes to middle-aged patients using national trauma data. Methods We conducted a…
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Fluid Supplementation Therapy for Cerebrospinal Fluid Leakage Secondary to Thoracic Spinal Decompression Surgery—A Prospective Cohort Study
Study Design Prospective cohort study. Objective Postoperative cerebrospinal fluid leakage (CSFL) is a common complication following thoracic spinal stenosis (TSS) surgery. This study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic effects of different fluid supplementation strategies on intracranial hypotension…
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