scholarly journals A Novel Method for the Quantitative Evaluation of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

2006 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 136-140 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fengyu Zheng ◽  
James C. Farmer ◽  
Harvinder S. Sandhu ◽  
Patrick F. O'Leary
Keyword(s):  
Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Quantitative Evaluation ◽  
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Novel Method ◽  
Lumbar Spinal

A novel method for treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis in high-risk surgical candidates: pilot study experience with percutaneous remodeling of ligamentum flavum and lamina

2011 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bohdan Wolodymyr Chopko
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Ligamentum Flavum ◽  
Therapeutic Option ◽  
Chronically Ill ◽  
Study Experience ◽  
Novel Method ◽  
Lumbar Spinal

Object Treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) in chronically ill or debilitated patients is challenging. The percutaneous remodeling of ligamentum flavum and lamina (PRLL) technique is a novel method for decompression of the hypertrophic ligamentum flavum component of LSS that is performed using a fluoroscopically guided percutaneous approach, local anesthesia, and minimal sedation. Methods Fourteen patients deemed to be at high risk for complications related to open spine surgery and general anesthesia were treated using the PRLL technique. Prospectively collected visual analog scale (VAS) and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) data were analyzed at the most recent follow-up. The average follow-up duration was 23.5 weeks. Results A statistically significant improvement in VAS scores was observed, with a reduction in pain of 53% compared with preoperative levels. In contrast, the ODI scores failed to improve. Conclusions This pilot series points to a potential new therapeutic option for LSS in high-risk surgical patients.

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

1994 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 677-701 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keith H. Bridwell
Keyword(s):  
Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Lumbar Spinal

Internal Decompression for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis—Indications, Technic, Results

2015 ◽  
Vol 76 (S 02) ◽  
Author(s):  
Milan Spaić ◽  
N. Živković ◽  
M. Samardžić ◽  
I. Popović ◽  
V. Aleksić
Keyword(s):  
Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Lumbar Spinal

Anterior Epidural Irrigation in Patient with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis -A case report-

2004 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 330 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bong Il Kim ◽  
Jong Hae Kim ◽  
Jun Seok Lee ◽  
Jin Yong Chung ◽  
Woon Seok Roh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis ◽  
Lumbar Spinal
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