Search Results - "Chin, Kingsley R."
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The prevalence of indications and contraindications to cervical total disc replacement
Published in The spine journal (01-09-2008)“…Abstract Background context Although the prevalence of indications and contraindications to lumbar total disc replacement (TDR) has been evaluated, no study to…”
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Ideal starting point and trajectory for C2 pedicle screw placement: a 3D computed tomography analysis using perioperative measurements
Published in The spine journal (01-04-2014)“…Abstract Background context C2 pedicle screws provide stable fixation for posterior cervical fusion. Placing C2 pedicle screws is fraught with risks, and a…”
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Postoperative magnetic resonance imaging assessment for potential compressive effects of retained posterior longitudinal ligament after anterior cervical fusions: a cross-sectional study
Published in Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) (01-02-2013)“…A cross-sectional study. To assess using postoperative magnetic resonance imaging whether the posterior longitudinal ligament (PLL) caused residual cord…”
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Stability of transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion in the setting of retained facets and posterior fixation using transfacet or standard pedicle screws
Published in The spine journal (01-05-2015)“…Abstract Background context The transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) technique supplements posterior instrumented lumbar spine fusion and has been…”
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Epidemiology of indications and contraindications to total disc replacement in an academic practice
Published in The spine journal (01-07-2007)“…Abstract Background context Given the experience with anterior lumbar cages, the similar enthusiasm for total disc replacement (TDR) and the economic…”
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Treatment of Advanced Primary and Recurrent Diffuse Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis of the Knee
Published in Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume (01-12-2002)“…BackgroundDiffuse pigmented villonodular synovitis of the knee is a difficult tumor to eradicate. We report our experience with a combined open posterior and…”
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Feasibility and Patient-Reported Outcomes After Outpatient Single-Level Instrumented Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion in a Surgery Center: Preliminary Results in 16 Patients
Published in Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) (01-01-2015)“…STUDY DESIGN.Retrospective study. OBJECTIVE.To report surgical and patient-reported outcomes after outpatient lumbar fusions in an ambulatory setting. SUMMARY…”
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The Mandibular Angle as a Landmark for Identification of Cervical Spinal Level
Published in Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) (01-05-2009)“…Retrospective radiographic review. To determine the utility of the mandibular angle as a landmark for identification of cervical spinal level. Improper…”
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Effects of misalignment on static torsional strength of anterior cervical plate systems
Published in The spine journal (01-11-2013)“…Abstract Background context There is little understanding of cervical plate misalignment as a risk factor for plate failure at the plate-screw-bone interface…”
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A rare anterior sacral osteochondroma presenting as sciatica in an adult: a case report and review of the literature
Published in The spine journal (01-05-2010)“…Abstract Background context Osteochondroma is the most common primary benign bone tumor and is usually located in the metaphyses of long bones and rarely in…”
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Clinical Outcomes of Outpatient Cervical Total Disc Replacement Compared With Outpatient Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
Published in Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) (15-05-2017)“…A single-center, retrospective study. The aim of this study was to determine the safety and outcomes of total disc replacement (TDR) as an outpatient procedure…”
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Lag screw fixation of remote bilateral pedicle fractures of the fourth and fifth lumbar vertebrae after a single gunshot wound: a case report and technical pearl
Published in The spine journal (01-02-2010)“…Abstract Background context Of the injuries involving the lumbar spine, pedicle fractures are among the least common; those involving bilateral pedicles are…”
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The risks of pedicle wall breech with larger screws after undertapping
Published in The spine journal (01-09-2007)“…Abstract Background context A linear relation exists between the insertional torque when placing a screw and the ultimate screw pullout strength; therefore,…”
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Postoperative Cervical Haematoma Complicated by Ipsilateral Carotid Thrombosis and Aphasia after Anterior Cervical Fusion: A Case Report
Published in Case Reports in Medicine (01-01-2013)“…Hematoma alone is the most common vascular complication reported after anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF). We present this case to report the…”
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“White Cord Syndrome” of Acute Tetraplegia after Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion for Chronic Spinal Cord Compression : A Case Report
Published in Case reports in orthopedics (01-01-2013)“…Paralysis is the most feared postoperative complication of ACDF and occurs most often due to an epidural hematoma. In the absence of a clear etiology,…”
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Preoperative Narcotic Use as a Predictor of Clinical Outcome : Results Following Anterior Cervical Arthrodesis
Published in Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) (01-09-2008)“…Prognostic Study, Level II (Retrospective review of prospectively collected data). To identify an association between preoperative narcotic use and clinical…”
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Role of plate thickness as a cause of dysphagia after anterior cervical
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Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion in Ambulatory Surgery Centers: Patient Selection and Outcome Measures Compared With an Inhospital Cohort
Published in Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) (01-04-2016)“…STUDY DESIGN.Comparative analysis. OBJECTIVE.To evaluate the safety and outcomes of moving lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) surgeries to an outpatient…”
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Mastication causing segmental spinal motion in common cervical orthoses
Published in Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) (15-02-2006)“…In vivo fluoroscopic quantification of segmental cervical spinal motion in asymptomatic volunteers during mastication. To quantify the degree of segmental…”
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