| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6043225 | World Neurosurgery | 2016 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Most surgeons use braces for 3 months after surgical thoracolumbar fracture stabilization. Given the lack of clinical or biomechanical evidence for this, and the additional costs and potential discomfort to patients, further investigation is warranted to determine when and if POB for surgically stabilized thoracolumbar fractures is indicated. Controlled studies should include a careful analysis of pseudoarthrosis and complication rates.
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Authors
Jesse Skoch, Carmine Zoccali, Orel Zaninovich, Nikolay Martirosyan, Christina M. Walter, Philip Maykowski, Ali A. Baaj,