Open AccessMinimally invasive spine (MIS) surgery in traumatic thoracolumbar fractures: A single-center experience
Author(s) -
Mohamed Naufel Ansar,
Syed Maroof Hashmi,
Francesca Colombo
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
asian journal of neurosurgery
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 1793-5482
DOI - 10.4103/ajns.ajns_236_19
Subject(s) - medicine , surgery , perioperative , fixation (population genetics) , thoracic vertebrae , trauma center , retrospective cohort study , cohort , lumbar vertebrae , spinal fracture , lumbar , internal fixation , population , environmental health
Traumatic thoracolumbar fractures are common, and surgical fixation is a well-established treatment option, with the aim to achieve spinal stability and preserve neurological function. Pedicle screw fixation using a minimally invasive spine (MIS) surgical approach has emerged as an alternative approach for the treatment of thoracolumbar fractures. The aim of this study is to collect data regarding epidemiology, management, and outcomes of patients treated with MIS pedicle screw fixation for traumatic thoracolumbar fractures in our neurosurgical department.