scholarly journals Posterior short-segment fixation with implanting pedicle screw in the fractured level as a feasible method for treatment of thoracolumbar fracture

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Mustafa Adawi ◽  
Islam Aboulfetouh ◽  
Ahmed Saleh ◽  
Walid Younis
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Thoracolumbar Fracture ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Feasible Method ◽  
Short Segment Fixation

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 Short segment pedicle screw fixation of thoracolumbar fracture: a case series of 33 patients

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 681
Author(s):  
Naushad Hussain ◽  
Nirmal Dhananjay Patil ◽  
Hiren Patel ◽  
Akash Shakya
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Screw Fixation ◽  
Wedge Angle ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Pedicle Screw Fixation ◽  
Thoracolumbar Fracture ◽  
Vertebral Body Height ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Screw Insertion

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Pedicle screw instrumentation in case of fracture spine provides stable fixation. However in absence of experience and proper technique of pedicle screw insertion, it is associated with many complications. We aim to study the results of patients with thoracolumbar fracture stabilized with short segment pedicle screw instrumentation.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> 33 cases of thoracolumbar wedge compression fracture spine presenting to Nair Hospital were included in the study. All patients were operated by the senior author via a posterior approach and short segment pedicle screw fixation. Patients were followed up for one year.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> 33 patients with a mean age were 37.6 years of which 3 were females and 30 were males in our study. Fall from height (93.93%) was the most common mode of injury followed by road traffic accident (6.07%). D12 and L1 were the most common vertebrae involved. Statistically significant (p=0.01) correction in the vertebral body height occurred in the immediate postop period and there was 4.1% loss of correction at final follow-up. There was statistically significant improvements in the Regional angle (p=0.03) and anterior wedge angle (p=0.03). Residual regional angle at final follow-up was found to be &gt;5° in 3 patients. Neurological improvement was seen in 23 (74.19%) patients (p=0.01). No improvements were seen in 8 (25.81%) patients. None of our patients had postoperative worsening of the neurological status. None of the patients had pedicle wall breach on final follow up CT scan.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Short segment fixation in case of wedge fracture can restore the vertebral body height, mean regional angle and mean anterior wedge angle and provide good outcome. There are poor chances of recovery of patient with Frankel grade A. Meticulous dissection and careful technique of pedicle screw insertion, adequate decompression, good contouring of the rod with correction of kyphosis can provide excellent results.</p>

Pedicle screw loosening – reassessing short segment fixation in dorsolumbar junctional fractures

2017 ◽  
Vol 65 (2) ◽  
pp. 382 ◽  
Author(s):  
Prasad Krishnan ◽  
Rajaraman Kartikueyan ◽  
SachinkumarM Patel ◽  
Subhasis Deb
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Screw Loosening ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Short Segment Fixation ◽  
Pedicle Screw Loosening

Biomechanical Comparison of Different Pedicle Screw Fixations for Thoracolumbar Burst Fractures Using Finite Element Method

2011 ◽  
Vol 117-119 ◽  
pp. 699-702 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dong Mei Wang ◽  
Du Fang Shi ◽  
Xi Lei Li ◽  
Jian Dong ◽  
Chun Hui Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Pedicle Screws ◽  
Loading Conditions ◽  
Lateral Bending ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Thoracolumbar Burst Fractures ◽  
Burst Fractures ◽  
Short Segment Fixation

This study was designed to compare the biomechanical effects of three posterior fixations for thoracolumbar burst fractures using the finite element (FE) method. Five T11-L1 FE models, including the intact, the fractured at T12, the monosegment fixated at the level of the fracture, the short-segment fixated with four pedicle screws and the short-segment fixated with five pedicle screws, were created. And four loading conditions (flexion, extension, lateral bending and torsion) were imposed on these models and deformations in these models under different loading conditions were calculated by finite element method. The biomechanical effects of the three different pedicle screw fixations for thoracolumbar burst fractures were compared and analyzed. The results showed that the displacement level in monosegment fixation model was close to that in the intact one. The extension motion was more limited in short-segment fixation models than that in monosegment fixation model. Under the lateral bending condition, the level of the displacements in these models were similar and the peak rotation angles in the three fixation models were close to that in the intact one. The displacements in fractured T12 were increased in monosegment fixation model under all loading conditions. These indicated that the monosegment fixation couldn’t provide desirable stability for the fractured T11-L1 and the short-segment fixation with five pedicle screws was the best selection because of ideal stability and movability.

scholarly journals Posterior short segment pedicle screw fixation for the treatment of thoracolumbar fracture

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mourad Aoui ◽  
Nizar Sahnoun ◽  
Mohamed Abid ◽  
Mahdi Maatoug ◽  
Majdi Hsairi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Screw Fixation ◽  
Pedicle Screw Fixation ◽  
Thoracolumbar Fracture ◽  
Short Segment

scholarly journals Short-segment fixation with a cement-augmented pedicle screw for Kummell disease

Medicine ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 96 (50) ◽  
pp. e8617 ◽  
Author(s):  
He-Xuan Di ◽  
Feng-Yu Liu ◽  
Si-Dong Yang ◽  
Hui Wang ◽  
Da-Long Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Short Segment Fixation

scholarly journals Intermediate Screw pada Unstable Thoracolumbar Fracture: Case Series dan Review Article

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 387
Author(s):  
Komang Agung Irianto ◽  
Dionisius Bramta Putra
Keyword(s):  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Burst Fracture ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Correction Loss ◽  
Short Segment ◽  
Level 3 ◽  
Level 1 ◽  
Short Segment Fixation ◽  
Level 2

Area thorakolumbar merupakan hampir 90% dari semua spinal injuries dan 10% dari cedera tersebut merupakan burst fracture yang membutuhkan intervensi operatif. Terapi burst fracture thorakolumbar meliputi restorasi dari alignment, stabilisasi spinal, koreksi kifotik, dan dekompresi spinal kanal. Pertimbangan penggunaan intermediate screw masih menjadi topik perdebatan. Penambahan intermediate pedicle screw dipercaya dapat menambah stabilitas dan membantu koreksi kifosis pada long segment, short segment fixation. Penelitian ini merupakan systematic literature review. Pencarian literatur menggunakan mesin pencari elektronik PubMed, MEDLINE, PMC, Cochrane Library, Nature, Taylor and Francis Online dan Springerlink, dari tanggal 28 Desember 2017 sampai 20 Februari 2018. Kriteria inklusi: burst fracture dari mekanisme traumatik, fraktur tulang belakang bagian thorax atau lumbal, intermediate pedicle screw dan penelitian dari tahun 2010 sampai 2017. Ditemukan 10 artikel (15,15%) artikel yang masuk kedalam kriteria inklusi. Terdapat tiga penelitian level 1, satu penelitian level 2, empat penelitian level 3 yang mendukung teknik SSPF+IS dengan hasil reduksi fraktur dan evaluasi radiologis yang baik, correction loss dan implant failure yang lebih rendah, mengurangi nyeri pascaoperasi. Teknik SSPF+IS merupakan teknik yang aman dan efektif memberikan hasil fiksasi yang stabil, hasil evaluasi akhir radiologis serta hasil evaluasi akhir klinis yang baik.

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.

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