Acute traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) is typically associated with devastating outcomes.
The injury to the spinal cord results in damage to motor, sensory, and autonomic functions of …

CT has a higher sensitivity to fractures (especially involving the posterior elements) than
radiography. This rapid cross-sectional imaging assessment of the spinal axis has been …

Abstract Purpose The AO Spine Classification Group was established to propose a revised
AO spine injury classification system. This paper provides details on the rationale …

Object Flexion-distraction injuries occur due to distractive forces causing disruption of the
posterior and middle spinal columns. These fractures classically consist of a fracture line …

The management of thoracolumbar burst fractures remains challenging. Ideally, it should
effectively correct the deformity, induce neurological recovery, allow early mobilization and …

Introduction This systematic review looks at the use of noninvasive ventilation (NIV),
inclusive of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) and continuous positive …

The indications for operative intervention after thoracolumbar spine trauma have been well
described. Advances in minimally invasive techniques, including percutaneous pedicle …

Study Design. Systematic literature review. Objective. A systematic review was designed to
answer 3 primary research questions:(1) What is the most useful classification system for …

BACKGROUND: Quality and benchmarking initiatives highlight the need for accurate
stratified risk adjustment. The stratification of trauma patients has relied on scores specific to …

Acute spinal cord trauma is a devastating injury which often leads to severe disability. The
tissue response following the initial insult extends the cord damage, while there is limited …