A new, highly accurate, neuromonitoring method that can be used during thoracic spine surgery to prevent malpositioning of pedicle screws such that they enter the spinal canal and possibly cause ...

In this paper, the authors demonstrate a significant association between pedicle screw loosening and the presence of low-virulent pathogens on spinal implants. Pedicle screws are often used to secure ...

February 18, 2011 (San Diego, California) — Pedicle screws cause significantly fewer complications than hooks in children with early-onset scoliosis treated with growing rods, according to data ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Providing real-time feedback to surgeons using neuromonitoring with pulse-train stimulation can help prevent the ...

There were 3 incidents identified in the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) database: Manufacturer and User Device Facility Experience (MAUDE). None of the incidents resulted in any patient harm.

Pedicle screws are often used to secure surgically implanted hardware to the spine in patients with spinal disease or spinal trauma. In some cases, these screws loosen over time, leading to spinal ...

Disorders of the back and spine are extremely common, particularly in older adults. Nerve roots or the spinal cord itself can become compressed, leading to neurological symptoms of pain, numbness, and ...

Pedicle screws are often used to secure surgically implanted hardware to the spine in patients with spinal disease or spinal trauma. In some cases, these screws loosen over time, leading to spinal ...

The human spine is made up of 33 vertebrae, which provide physical strength while allowing the spine to be flexible. A number of conditions can damage or change the structure of the spine and ...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (MAY 28, 2019). Pedicle screws are often used to secure surgically implanted hardware to the spine in patients with spinal disease or spinal trauma. In some cases, these screws ...