Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2872927 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2014 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Anterior spinal exposure represents an important modality in facilitating the treatment of patients with osteomyelitis, pathologic fractures, and spinal cord compression syndromes. These procedures are associated with a significant risk of morbidity and mortality, but they are effective in achieving spinal stabilization and alleviating neurologic symptoms.
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Authors
Matthew J. MD, Kristen N. BS, Ghulam MD, Arjun MD, Joshua P. BS, James R. BS, Andre MD, Jamilly MD, Felipè MD, Matthew MD, PhD, Andrew B. MD, Peter F. MD, James D. MD, Rodney J. MD,