The cervicothoracic junction (CTJ) is a region of the spine submitted to significant
mechanical stress. The peculiar anatomical and biomechanical characteristics make …

On the basis of the kangaroo's pseudo‐biped locomotion and its upright position, it could be
assumed that the kangaroo might be an interesting model for spine research and that it may …

Aim. To research the incidence of surgical site infection (SSI) following lumbar Dynesys
dynamic internal fixation and its management strategy. Methods. We retrospectively …

The cervicothoracic junction (CTJ) is the site of transition in biomechanical, osseous, and
alignment properties of the spine. The interface between the highly mobile, lordotic cervical …

Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Objective To compare the results of revision
extension of fusion surgery using the newly designed revision rod and implant-replacement …

Introduction Several types of rod-to-rod connectors are available for the extension of spinal
fixation systems. However, scientific literature regarding the mechanical performance of …

Die Bandscheibe stellt die flexible Verbindung zwischen zwei benachbarten Wirbelkörpern
dar. Bandscheiben verleihen der Wirbelsäule daher ihren enormen Bewegungsumfang …

Objective Evaluate and compare the mechanical resistance and the fatigue behavior
associated with the use of three different modalities of vertebral fixation system rod …

Introduction: Several types of rod-to-rod connectors are available for the extension of spinal
fixation systems. However, scientific literature regarding the mechanical performance of …