scholarly journals Current status of short segment fixation in thoracolumbar spine injuries

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 770-777
Author(s):  
Rohit Jindal ◽  
Vinay Jasani ◽  
Dinesh Sandal ◽  
Sudhir Kumar Garg
Keyword(s):  
Thoracolumbar Spine ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Spine Injuries ◽  
Short Segment Fixation

scholarly journals Short same segment fixation versus short segment fixation in postoperative correction of kyphosis and pain reduction in thoracolumbar spine fractures

2017 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-7
Author(s):  
Mohamed State ◽  
Ahmed Zaher ◽  
Nabil Ali
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Screw Fixation ◽  
Thoracolumbar Spine ◽  
Pain Reduction ◽  
Pedicle Screw Fixation ◽  
Spine Fracture ◽  
Kyphotic Angle ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Short Segment Fixation

Abstract Introduction: Posterior short segment pedicle screw fixation is considered the most common way for management of unstable thoracolumbar spine fracture. This study is aiming to evaluate the efficacy of both posterior short same segment and posterior short segment pedicle screw fixation on postoperative kyphotic angle and pain dense score in thoracolumbar fractures. Methods: This is a Prospective study of 32 patients with single level thoracolumbar spine fracture between June 2011 and May 2014. Patients were divided randomly into 2 groups, one of them was submitted to short same segment posterior pedicle screw fixation with mean age 31.25+9.25ys, while the other group submitted to short segment posterior pedicle screw fixation with mean age 29.18+9.65ys. Cobb method and Denis work scale were used to assess kyphotic angle and pain score respectively on admission, during follow up period and after one year postoperatively. Results: The short same segment type of operation showed improvement in correction in kyphotic angle deformity at the end of follow up period although this improvement was not statistically significant compared to short segment type. The short same segment patients showed statistically significant improvement as regard pain Denis score among those patients treated by short segment fixation. Conclusion: In this study short same segment posterior pedicle screw fixation is more efficient in postoperative pain reduction than short segment posterior pedicle screw fixation.

183 Short Segment Posterior Fixation with Index Level Screws Versus Long Segment Posterior Fixation for Thoracolumbar Spine Fracture: Angle of Correction and Pain

Neurosurgery ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 64 (CN_suppl_1) ◽  
pp. 248-248
Author(s):  
Ahmed Mamdouh Sallam
Keyword(s):  
Thoracolumbar Spine ◽  
Spine Fracture ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Posterior Fixation ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Cobb’S Angle ◽  
Index Level ◽  
Short Segment Fixation ◽  
With Screws

Abstract INTRODUCTION As a simple and commonly used technique, short-segment pedicle instrumentation of thoracolumbar instability seems to have a high rate of implant failure and recurrence of instability.Data obtained from those studies suggest that the use of transpedicular screws at the fractured level provides the advantages of a stiffer construct, an increased biomechanical stability and the effect of 3-point fixation of the unstable segment leads to gardening against pulled-out. METHODS Methods: A prospective study of 61 patients, have single level thoracolumbar spine fracture with Cobb's angle = 25°, underwent posterior fixation. Of them, Thirty three patients underwent short segment fixation one level above and one level below with screws into the index level, and twenty eight patients underwent long segment fixation with two levels above and two levels below with skipped index level. All patients were followed up for about 1 year until the fusion achieved. The angle of correction and pain were regularly assessed by Cobb's angle measurement and visual analogue scale (VAS) respectively. RESULTS >The sixty one patients who underwent posterior fixation was grouped into 33 short segment cases and 28 long segment cases. the post operative mean angle of correction were 6.8° ± 2.6° and 5.8° ± 1.6° respectively (P = 0.098). After 1 year follow up, the angle of correction have become 7.8° ± 1.6° and 7.9° ± 1.8° respectively (P = 0.860). The pain was assessed by VAS on regular base follow up. In short segment group the pre-operative VAS was 5.6 ± 2.1 whereas the long segment group VAS was 5.1 ± 2.1 (P = 0.284).On one year follow up the VAS were 1.4 ± 0.5 and 1.8 ± 0.4 (P = 0.590) respectively. CONCLUSION The short segment fixation with screws into index level can maintain the angle of correction till the fusion achieved as long segment fixation

Surgical Decision Making for Unstable Thoracolumbar Spine Injuries

2006 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander R Vaccaro ◽  
Moe R Lim ◽  
R John Hurlbert ◽  
Ronald A Lehman ◽  
James Harrop ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Thoracolumbar Spine ◽  
Surgical Decision ◽  
Spine Injuries ◽  
Surgical Decision Making

Role of Including the Index level in Short Segment Pedicular Fixation in Traumatic Thoraco-Lumbar Fractures

QJM ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 114 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayman Abd-El-Ra’ouf EL-Shazly ◽  
Salah Mostafa Hamada ◽  
Ahmed Maged Nagaty ◽  
Ahmed Adel Nabih
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Thoracolumbar Fractures ◽  
Spine Trauma ◽  
Kyphosis Angle ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Loss Of Correction ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Index Level ◽  
Short Segment Fixation ◽  
Fracture Level

Abstract Background It is generally acknowledged that short-segment pedicle screw instrumentation is the preferred surgical method for thoracolumbar fractures. However, the use of short-segment instrumentation with or without intermediate screws at the fracture level remains controversial. This review will evaluate the evidence available to date regarding the efficacy of including the fracture level in trans-pedicular screw short segment fixation, to assess clinical and radiological outcome. Objectives Our primary objective is evaluating the efficacy and outcome of including the fractured level vertebra in short segment fixation. And concerns regarding the use of pedicle screws into the fractured vertebra as to whether it is safe to insert a screw through a broken bone. Our secondary objective analyzing the importance of posterior pedicle screw fixation in unstable thoracolumbar fractures. Methods The following electronic databases will be searched from 1992 to 2018: PubMed, Google scholar search engine. Cochrane database of systematic reviews, EMBASE and science Direct, using the keywords “TLICS”, "index screw", “short segment fixation”, "Thoracolumbar spine trauma", "traumatic spine injury", "spinal cord injury", "spine trauma", "role", “reliability”.Studies will be eligible if they contain the target keywords in title or abstract, addressing our age group. Afterwards the full text of the articles will be reviewed to exclude full texts not fulfilling the criteria or deviating from the initial impression taken from the title/abstract reviewing. References/bibliography of the selected articles will be examined to evaluate potential for further research and possible inclusion in the analysis. Any differences will be sorted by discussion between study team (student, director, and co-directors). Results A total of 3010 studies were screened for eligibility , 8 studies were included in our systematic review for comparing the short segment fixation “including” the fracture level with “conventional” methods whether short or long segment fixation. Overall study population reached 512 patients. Analysis showed comparable results regarding clinical picture and radiography, showing highly statistically significant difference in favor of “including” index level in fixation in post operative kyphosis angle correction, loss of correction of kyphosis angle through follow up until 2 years and loss of correction of AVH, also statistically significant difference in rate of implant failure in favor for “including” group, and with no significant difference in operative time , blood loss and VAS for post-operative pain. Conclusion We conclude that Short segment fixation including the fracture level is a promising surgical option when it comes to thoraco-lumbar unstable fractures. In conclusion, inclusion of the fracture level into the construct offers a better kyphosis correction, in addition to fewer instrument failures, without additional complications, and with a comparable-if not better-clinical outcome, the radiologic correction achieved is maintained even at the end of 2 years and reflected in good functional outcomes. We recommend insertion of screws into pedicles of the fractured thoracolumbar vertebra when considering a short segment posterior fixation, especially in Magerl type C fractures. Large population prospective randomized controlled studies and clinical trials are recommended for more high level evidence data.

scholarly journals Does Tranexamic Acid Reduce Perioperative Bleeding in Short Segment Pedicle Screw Fixation in Thoracolumbar Spine Fractures?

2015 ◽  
Vol 53 (199) ◽  
pp. 169-173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rabindra Lal Pradhan ◽  
Bimal Kumar Pandey
Keyword(s):  
Tranexamic Acid ◽  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Screw Fixation ◽  
Thoracolumbar Spine ◽  
Pedicle Screw Fixation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Thoracolumbar Fractures ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Perioperative Bleeding ◽  
Thoracolumbar Spine Fractures

Introduction: Blood loss with spinal surgery is common potential cause of morbidity and often requires blood transfusion. Tranexamic acid (TXA), is effective in reducing bleeding in patients undergoing knee arthroplasty. TXA used in spine surgery studies have included different cases leading to inconsistence of surgical procedures. Purpose of this prospective observational study was to examine effect of TXA decreasing bleeding in short segment pedicle screw fixation for thoracolumbar fractures. Methods: 38 patients' undergoing short segment pedicle screw for thoracolumbar fractures were enrolled in study from July to August 2013. There were 28 male and 10 female patients, with an average age of 36.5 years. Patients received 10 mg/kg of TXA or a control 30 minutes intravenously before skin incision and 3 hours post-operative and oral medication for three days. Intraoperative bleeding was estimated by weighing surgical sponges, blood collected by suction container and by subtracting all irrigation fluid. Postoperative bleeding was measured from volume in vacuum drainage bag. Results: Twenty (20) patients were in control group and eighteen(18) to TXA group. There were no statistical differences between groups in terms of age, gender, co-morbidities, and operating time, preoperative Hemoglobin, PT and INR. Intra-operative bleeding in TXA group was significant than in control group. Post-operative drainage and Hemoglobin in first 48 h was reduced compared with placebo in TXA group. Need for post-operative transfusion was nil in TXA group. Conclusions: Administration of TXA before surgery significantly reduces perioperative bleeding in patients undergoing short segment pedicle screw fixation for thoracolumbar spine fractures.  Keywords: bleeding; spinal surgery; tranexamic acid.

scholarly journals Short vs long posterior fixation of thoracolumbar spine injuries

2016 ◽  
Vol 69 (suppl. 1) ◽  
pp. 15-21
Author(s):  
Milan Stankovic ◽  
Natasa Janjic ◽  
Ivica Lalic ◽  
Nemanja Gvozdenovic ◽  
Igor Elez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Orthopedic Surgery ◽  
Neurological Deficit ◽  
Anterior Part ◽  
Thoracolumbar Spine ◽  
Posterior Fixation ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Fixation Group ◽  
Clinical Center ◽  
Spine Injuries

Introduction. More than a quarter of total number of posterior fixations of thoracolumbar spine is unsuccessful. Material and methods. The aim is to compare short and long fixation of thoracolumbar spine injuries. During the period of 2006 to 2015 we examined 99 patients at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology of Clinical Center of Vojvodina. Short fixation was performed in 63 cases and long fixation in 36 cases. All patients underwent clinical, radiographic and neurological evaluation. Mean age in the short fixation group was 47 (18-66) and in the long fixation group it was 43 (17-70). Mean follow-up time was 4,5 years. Results. Implants were extracted in 14 cases of short and in 4 cases of long fixation. Collapse of anterior part of vertebral body developed in 28,45% in the short fixation group and in 22,43% in the long fixation group whereas angulation value was 10,2o and 12,3o respectively. Mean low back outcome scale value was 61 points in the short fixation group and 50 in the long fixation group. There were 22 patients with neurological deficit. Full recovery was recorded in 8 patients (36,4%) of the short fixation group and in 17 patients (22,7%) of the long fixation group. Complications developed in 15 patients (23,8%) of the short fixation group and 11 (30,6%) of the long fixation group. Conclusion. Short fixation is biomechanically weaker but provides a better functional recovery than long fixation.

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