Risk factors and clinical significance of posterior slip of the proximal vertebral body after lower lumbar fusion

BACKGROUND Adjacent segment disease(ASD)after fusion surgery is frequently manifests as a cranial segment instability,disc herniation,spinal canal stenosis,spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis.The risk factors and mechanisms of ASD have been widely discussed but never clearly defined.AIM To investigate the risk factors and clinical significance of retrograde movement of the proximal vertebral body after lower lumbar fusion.METHODS This was a retrospective analysis of the clinical data of patients who underwent transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion surgery between September 2015 and July 2021 and who were followed up for more than 2 years.Ninety-one patients with degenerative lumbar diseases were included(22 males and 69 females),with an average age of 52.3 years(40-73 years).According to whether there was retrograde movement of the adjacent vertebral body on postoperative X-rays,the patients were divided into retrograde and nonretrograde groups.The sagittal parameters of the spine and pelvis were evaluated before surgery,after surgery,and at the final follow-up.At the same time,the Oswestry Disability Index(ODI)and Visual Analogue Scale(VAS)were used to evaluate the patients’quality of life.RESULTS Nineteen patients(20.9%)who experienced retrograde movement of proximal adjacent segments were included in this study.The pelvic incidence(PI)of the patients in the retrograde group were significantly higher than those of the patients in the nonretrograde group before surgery,after surgery and at the final follow-up(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in lumbar lordosis(LL)between the two groups before the operation,but LL in the retrograde group was significantly greater than that in the nonretrograde group postoperatively and at the final follow-up.No significant differences were detected in terms of the|PI–LL|,and there was no significant difference in the preoperative lordosis distribution index(LDI)between the two groups.The LDIs of the retrograde group were 68.1%±11.5%and 67.2%±11.9%,respectively,which were significantly lower than those of the nonretrograde group(75.7%±10.4%and 74.3%±9.4%,respectively)(P<0.05).Moreover,the patients in the retrograde group had a greater incidence of a LDI<50%than those in the nonretrograde group(P<0.05).There were no significant differences in the ODI or VAS scores between the two groups before the operation,but the ODI and VAS scores in the retrograde group were significantly worse than those in the nonretrograde group after the operation and at the last follow-up,(P<0.05).CONCLUSION The incidence of posterior slippage after lower lumbar fusion was approximately 20.9%.The risk factors are related to a higher PI and distribution of lumbar lordosis.When a patient has a high PI and insufficient reconstruction of the lower lumbar spine,adjacent segment compensation via posterior vertebral body slippage is one of the factors that significantly affects surgical outcomes.

Comparison of Clinical Outcomes of Cortical Bone Trajectory and Traditional Pedicle Screw Fixation in Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) is a common surgical procedure and widely used in the treatment of lumbar degenerative disc disorders. Traditionally, posterior lumbar interbody fusion is done by using the traditional pedicle screw (PS) which offers great advantages, but at the same time it has some disadvantages which include the risk of superior facet joint violation and muscle damage. Recently, an alternative method of screw insertion via cortical bone trajectory (CBT) has been invented which has less invasive process and can be placed without the drawbacks associated with the traditional pedicle screw. However, it has to remain an interest whether CBT will provide similar or greater clinical outcomes compared to PS in PLIF. So the main aim of this review is to compare the clinical outcomes of cortical bone trajectory and traditional pedicle screw fixation in posterior lumbar interbody fusion based on the articles published on this topic. Compared to the traditional pedicle screw fixation, PLIF with CBT has similar clinical outcome based on pain intensity, ODI status and JOA score, as well as similar fusion rate and radiological evaluated complication such as loosening of screw. In addition PLIF with CBT has advantages of less facet joint violation, less blood loss, less intraoperative muscle damage and perioperative pain. On the basis of this study, we can suggest that PLIF with CBT can be considered as a reasonable alternative to PS in PLIF.

Risk factors and care of early surgical site infection after primary posterior lumbar interbody fusion

Objectives:To explore the risk factors and nursing measures of early surgical site infection(SSI)after posterior lumbar interbody fusion(PLIF).Methods:A total of 468 patients who received PLIF in our hospital from January 2017 to June 2020 were enrolled into this study.According to the occurrence of early SSI,the patients were divided into two groups,and the general data were analyzed by univariate analysis.Multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted with the dichotomous variable of whether early SSI occurred and other factors as independent variables to identify the risk factors of early SSI and put forward targeted prevention and nursing measures.Results:Among 468 patients with PLIF,18 patients developed early SSI(3.85%).The proportion of female,age,diabetes mellitus and urinary tract infection(UTI),operation segment,operation time,post-operative drainage volume,and drainage time were significantly higher than those in the uninfected group,with statistical significance(P<0.05),whereas the preoperative albumin and hemoglobin in the infected group were significantly lower than those in the uninfected group,with statistical significance(P<0.05).There was no significant difference between the two groups in the American Society of Anesthesiologists(ASA)grading,body mass index(BMI),complications including cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases or hypertension(P>0.05).Logistic regression analysis showed that preoperative diabetes mellitus(OR=2.109,P=0.012)/UTI(OR=1.526,P=0.035),prolonged drainage time(OR=1.639,P=0.029)were risk factors for early SSI.Men(OR=0.736,P=0.027)and albumin level(OR=0.526,P=0.004)were protective factors in reducing early SSI.Conclusions:Women,preoperative diabetes/UTI,hypoproteinemia,and prolonged drainage time are risk factors for early SSI after PLIF.Clinical effective preventive measures should be taken in combination with targeted nursing intervention to reduce the risk of early SSI.

Biomechanical Effects of Implant Materials on Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Comparison of Polyetheretherketone and Titanium Spacers Using Finite Element Analysis and Considering Bone Density

Few biomechanical data exist regarding whether the polyetheretherketone (PEEK) spacer or titanium spacer is better for posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF). This study evaluated the biomechanical influence that these types of spacers with different levels of hardness exert on the vertebra by using finite element analysis including bone strength distribution. To evaluate the risk of spacer subsidence for PLIF, we built a finite element model of the lumbar spine using computed tomography data of osteoporosis patients. Then, we simulated PLIF in L3/4 and built models with the hardness of the interbody spacer set as PEEK and titanium. Bones around the spacer were subjected to different load conditions. Then, fracture elements and some stress states of the two modalities were compared. In both models of PLIF simulation, fracture elements and stress were concentrated in the bones around the spacer. Fracture elements and stress values of the model simulating the PEEK spacer were significantly smaller compared to those of the titanium simulation model. For PLIF of osteoporotic vertebrae, this suggested that the PEEK spacer is in a mechanical environment less susceptible to subsidence caused by microfractures of bone tissue and bone remodeling-related fusion aspects. Therefore, PEEK spacers are bio-mechanically more useful.

Can bone mineral density affect intra-operative blood loss of mini-invasive posterior lumbar interbody fusion?

Objective:Many factors affect intraoperative blood loss(BL)in mini-invasive posterior lumbar interbody fusion(PLIF)procedures,but only few has examined.Specifically,the impact of bone mineral density(BMD)levels on intraoperative BL.This study aims to examine the correlation between these two factors.Methods:Retrospective review of 120 patients with low back disorders who were scheduled to undergo mini-invasive PLIF from October 2018 to October 2019 was performed.Patients were divided into two groups based on BMD of the lumbar spine:normal group and abnormal group(osteoporosis and osteopenia).Comparison of age,gender,BMD,BL,BMI,prothrombin time,activated partial thromboplastin time,haemoglobin concentration,intraoperative mean arterial pressure,platelet count,and operative time(OT)between the two groups,and correlation analysis of BMD and BL were conducted.Results:The mean BL of patients in the abnormal group was remarkably higher than that in the normal group:357.22±152.55 ml and 259.37±125.90 ml respectively(p<0.001).The partial correlation coefficient between BL and BMD was0.45(p<0.001).The results of univariate regression analysis demonstrated that only BMD,gender,and OT were related to BL(BMD,r=0.427,p<0.001;gender,r=0.211,p=0.024;OT,r=0.318,p=0.001).While multivariate linear regression analysis demonstrated that patients with lower BMD and longer OT had a higher amount of intraoperative BL(p<0.001).Conclusions:BMD is an important factor influencing intraoperative BL in mini-invasive PLIF.It should be assessed routinely as a part of the preoperative examination to improve preoperative assessment and ensure patient safety.

Use of Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis of Bone Density to Investigate the Biomechanical Effect in the Bone around Intervertebral Cages in Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Preventing subsidence of intervertebral cages in posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) requires understanding its mechanism, which is yet to be done. We aimed to describe the mechanism of intervertebral cage subsidence by using finite element analysis through simulation of the osteoporotic vertebral bodies of an elderly woman. The data from computed tomography scans of L2-L5 vertebrae in a 72-year-old woman with osteoporosis were used to create 2 FE models: one not simulating implant placement (LS-INT) and one simulating L3/4 PLIF using polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cages (LS-PEEK). Loads and moments simulating the living body were applied to these models, and the following analyses were performed: 1) Drucker-Prager equivalent stress distribution at the cage contact surfaces;2) the distribution of damage elements in L2-L5 during incremental loading;and 3) the distribution of equivalent plastic strain at the cage contact surfaces. In analysis 1, the Drucker-Prager equivalent stress on the L3 and L4 vertebral endplates was greater for LS-PEEK than for LS-INT under all loading conditions and tended to be particularly concentrated at the contact surfaces. In analysis 2, compared with LS-INT, LS-PEEK showed more damage elements along the bone around the cages in the L3 vertebral body posterior to the cage contact surfaces, followed by the area of the L4 vertebral body posterior to the cage contact surfaces. In analysis 3, in the L3 inferior surface in LS-PEEK the distribution of equivalent plastic strain was visualized as gradually expanding along the cages from the area posterior to the cages to the area anterior to them with increased loading. These analyses suggested that in PLIF for osteoporotic vertebral bodies, the localized stress concentration generated by the use of PEEK cages may cause accumulation of microscopic damage in the fragile osteoporotic vertebral bodies around the cages, which may result in cage subsidence.

Delayed arterial symptomatic epidural hematoma on the 14th day after posterior lumbar interbody fusion:A case report

BACKGROUND Delayed arterial symptomatic epidural hematoma(SEH)on the 14th day after posterior lumbar interbody fusion(PLIF)is rare but it may lead to severe complications if not identified and treated in a timely manner.After diagnosis of the current case,early surgical removal of the hematoma and strict hemostasis treatment was accomplished.This case report highlights the importance of swift diagnosis and treatment in SEH patients.CASE SUMMARY A 41-year-old male patient with a single-segment lumbar disc herniation underwent left-side PLIF.On the 14th post-operative day,the patient complained of lumbar incision pain with sudden onset accompanied by left limb radiation pain and aggravated cauda equina symptoms.Magnetic resonance imaging examination and a puncture blood draw at the incision site confirmed a delayed arterial SEH.Emergency surgical removal of the hematoma and hemostasis was performed.About 70 mL of hematoma was found in the left incision.Continuous bleeding was found in the anterior branch of the transverse process of the 4th lumbar artery in the muscle area about 2 cm below the transverse process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.A blood jet of about 10 cm in height was observed and bipolar electrocoagulation was used to stop the bleeding.Post-operative lumbar incision pain and left lower limb pain were relieved immediately and gradually disappeared.There was no recurrence during the 12-mo follow-up.CONCLUSION For delayed arterial SEH on the 14th day after PLIF,preventive measures including pre-,intra-and post-operative prevention should be implemented.

Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion versus Posterolateral Fusion in Surgical Treatment of Lumbar Spondylolithesis

Background: The optimal surgical technique for lumbar spondylolithesis remains debated. Although posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) theoretically offers more advantages than posterolateral lumbar fusion (PLF), the evidence remains inconclusive. Aim: The aim of this study is to compare the clinical and functional outcomes of PLIF versus PLF in patients with lumbar spondylolithesis. Patients and Methods: We enrolled 38 patients with lumbar spondylolithesis (degenerative and isthmic) who underwent PLIF (N = 19) or PLF (N = 19). We collected operative data and performed follow-up for 12 months after the surgery. The collected data were analyzed using the SPSS software to detected significant differences between both groups. Results: The PLF and PLIF groups exhibited similar pre-operative characteristics between both groups in terms of age (p = 0.57), sex (p = 0.73), clinical presentation (p = 1), required levels of fixation (p = 1), pre-operative VAS score (p = 0.43) or muscle weakness (p = 1). However, the PLIF group had significantly more blood loss and longer operative time than the PLF group. Moreover, both groups had similar levels of postoperative pain (up to six months after surgery), and post-operative complications. The rates of arthrodesis were higher in PLIF group than PLF group within six months while no significant difference within 12 months of follow-up. Conclusion: In our comparative study, we achieved comparison between pedicle screw fixation with posterolateral fusion alone (PLF) in compare with pedicle screw fixation with posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF). Results indicate better results of fusion rate in PLIF as regards arthrodesis with slightly more rate of complication than PLF. So we recommend PLIF in cases of lumbar spondylolithesis than PLF.

Surgical Results of Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion with Transpedicular Fixation in Management of Spondylolisthesis

Objective: To evaluate the surgical results of posterior lumber interbody fusion with transpedicular fixation with rod screw system in management of spondylolisthesis. Study Design: Retrospective study reviewed all patient treated by lumber interbody fusion with transpedicular fixation with rod screw system. Patients and Methods: They were 40 patients operated for lumber and lumbosacral spondylolisthesis from Feb 2014 to April 2017 in Al-Azhar university hospital. These patients followed postoperatively clinically for improved neural function and for fusion stability and hardware fixation by radiological investigation. Data about pain intensity (by Visual Analogue Scale) was collected pre- and postoperatively;and outcome was assessed by Oswetry disability index (ODI). Outcome was graded as excellent, good, fair, or poor. Pre- and Post-operative data were statistically compared. Results: The mean age was 45 years (range between 30 - 60 years) with female sex predominance (male:female = 1:3). They had lytic (n = 30) or degenerative (n = 10) spondylolisthesis;and all underwent PLIF (posterior lumbar interbody fusion). In lytic group, the level was L4/L5 in 19 patients and L5/S1 in 11 patients, while in degenerative group the level was L4/L5 in 4 patients, L5/S1 in 3 patients, L2/L3 in 2 and L3/L4 in one patient. The spondylolisthesis grade was grade I among 25 subjects, grade two among 11 subjects and retrolisthesis among 4 subjects. Sensory deficits reported in 22 subjects (19 had lytic and 3 had degenerative spondylolisthesis);while motor deficits reported among 10 subjects and reduced reflexes among 8 subjects. The outcome was excellent, good, and fair among 30, 7, and 3 subjects respectively. The return to previous levels of activity was reported among 32 patients. VAS was 3.5 ± 2.94 at the end of follow up, while ODI was 28% and 36.0% and 3 and 6 months respectively. Conclusion: PLIF associated with transpedicular rod screw fixation system for management of spondylolisthesis is considered a safe and effective surgical intervention in both lytic and degenerative types.

Clinical observation of bone graft impaction on posterior intervertebral body fusion for lumbar spondylolisthesis

Objective To investigate the clinical effect of bone graft impaction on posterior intervertebral fusion for lumbar spondylolisthesis.Methods From January 2001 to July 2008,36 patients with lumbar spondylolisthesis were treated by

Postoperative Disc Wedging in Adolescent Idiopathic Thoracolumbar/Lumbar Scoliosis:a Comparison of Anterior and Posterior Approaches

Objective To evaluate the different influences of anterior and posterior correction and fusion approaches upon disc wedging in adolescent idiopathic thoracolumbar/lumbar scoliosis.Methods The retrospective study was conducted with the medical records and radiographs of adolescent idiopathic thoracolumbar/lumbar scoliosis patients that underwent anterior(group A) or posterior(group B) correction and fusion surgery from December 1998 to May 2008.The correction of the main curve and changes of the disc wedging were analyzed.Results Fifty-three patients were included,26 in group A and 27 in group B.The mean coronal Cobb angles of the main curve in group A and group B were significantly corrected after surgery(P<0.05),with an average correction rate of 75.2% and 88.2%,respectively.Upon final follow-up,the coronal Cobb angles of the two groups were 18.9°±11.1° and 7.7°±5.6°,respectively,with an average correction loss of 6.8°±6.5° and 2.7°±3.3°,respectively.The coronal Cobb angle after operation and at final follow-up,and the correction rate were significantly better in group B than those in group A(P<0.05),while the coronal Cobb angle loss in group A was greater than that in group B(P<0.05).The disc wedging before operation,after operation,and at final follow-up were 3.2°±3.0°,5.7°±3.0°,and 8.6°±4.4° in group A,and 2.4°±3.2°,3.3°±3.4°,and 3.7°±3.6° in group B,respectively.Postoperative disc wedging was significantly larger compared with preoperative measurements in group A(P<0.05),but not in group B(P>0.05).The difference between disc wedging at final follow-up and that after surgery was significant in group A(P<0.05),but not in group B(P>0.05).Between the two groups,group A had larger disc angles after operation and at final follow-up(P<0.05),and a greater loss of disc angle(P<0.05).Conclusion For adolescent idiopathic thoracolumbar/lumbar scoliosis,posterior approach using all pedicle screws might produce a better result in terms of disc wedging compared with anterior approach.

One Stage Anterior Reconstruction and Posterior Instrumentation in Surgical Management of Thoracolumbar Spine Fractures

Background: The different methods of anterior reconstruction and posterior instrumentation in surgical management of thoracolumbar spine fractures are PLIF, TLIF, lateral extracaviatary and transpedicular techniques which are increasingly used to perform partial or total corpectomies and anterior reconstructions from a posterior approach. These techniques were being alternative to the standard anterior approach with less morbidity and mortality. Patients and Methods: This study was performed between 2011 and 2014 on 100 patients with acute unstable thoracolumbar spine fractures which were divided into four groups: 30 patients underwent (TLIF), 28 patients underwent (PLIF), 28 patients underwent (PA) and 14 patients underwent (TPA). Neurological outcome, complications, operative times, kyphotic angle, vertebral height loss, spinal canal compromise, pulmonary functions, Denis pain and work scale, VAS score, ODI score, hospital stay, and estimated blood loss (EBL) were evaluated and compared in between the four groups. Results: There was a higher complication rate, increased EBL, and longer operative time with posteroanterior (PA) compared with PLIF, TLIF and (TPA). Patients undergoing PLIF, TLIF and TPA had a greater recovery of neurological function than those in whom PA were performed. Conclusion: TPA appeared to have more favorable results in improving the clinical and radiological outcome and no complications were reported apart from superficial wound infection which healed rapidly. The PLIF, TLIF and TPA appeared to have a comparable morbidity rate to PA. The different methods of anterior reconstruction from posterior approach are more favorable, applicable and convenient than PA approach.

术中追加使用氨甲环酸对短节段腰椎管狭窄手术失血量及安全性的影响

目的探讨术中追加氨甲环酸(Tranexamic acid,TXA)对短节段腰椎管狭窄手术失血及安全性的影响。方法108名腰椎管狭窄症拟行腰椎后路融合手术的患者随机分为对照组、TXA组、追加组,各36名。对照组围手术期不应用TXA;TXA组麻醉成功后、手术切皮前15 min静脉滴注含1 g TXA的生理盐水混合液100 mL;追加组麻醉成功后、手术切皮前15 min静脉滴注含1g TXA的生理盐水混合液100 mL,输完后3 h,再静脉追加10 mg/kg体重的TXA。记录3组围术期总失血量、显性失血量、隐性失血量、术中失血量、术后引流量、输血率。于术前及术后d3分别测定3组血红蛋白(Hb)、红细胞比容(HCT)、凝血酶原时间国际标准化比值(PT-INR)、凝血酶原时间(PT)、活化部分凝血活酶时间(APTT)、血小板数量(BPC)、D-二聚体(D-D)、纤维蛋白原(FIB)、C反应蛋白(CRP)、谷丙转氨酶(ALT)、血尿素氮(BUN)等指标。术后追踪不良事件发生情况。结果追加组分别与对照组和TXA组比较,总失血量(mL)[(968.7±209.6)vs(1369.8±276.3),(968.7±209.6)vs(1273.9±250.2)]、显性失血量(mL)[(590.5±164.3)vs(876.4±235.9),(590.5±164.3)vs(789.3±221.7)]、术中失血量(mL)[(318.7±120.7)vs(457.8±146.6),(318.7±120.7)vs(423.9±162.3)]、术后引流量(mL)[术后1d:(164.6±25.0)vs(262.3±51.7),(164.6±25.0)vs(219.8±37.1);术后3d:(107.2±18.6)vs(156.3±37.6),(107.2±18.6)vs(145.3±22.3)],均低于对照组和TXA组(P<0.05),输血率低于对照组(P<0.05)。TXA组术后引流量、输血率低于对照组(P<0.05)。3组隐性失血量无统计学差异(P>0.05)。与术前比较,3组Hb、Hct、BPC下降(P<0.05),D-D、FIB、CRP升高(P<0.05),但TXA组、追加组Hb、Hct、BPC、D-D、CRP的变化程度小于对照组(P<0.05),追加组Hb、Hct、BPC、D-D、CRP的变化程度小于TXA组(P<0.05)。3组间及组内术前、术后的PT-INR、PT、APTT、ALT、BUN比较,差异均无统计学意义(P>0.05),且均在正常值范围内。所有患者术后追踪均未发现深静脉血栓、肺栓塞、癫痫、肝肾损害等严重不良事件。结论术中追加TXA可有效减少短节段腰椎管狭窄手术失血量,但不增加凝血障碍、血栓形成、肝肾功能损害等并发症的发生风险。

后路腰椎椎体间融合术后融合器脱出的危险因素分析

目的:探讨腰椎椎体间融合内固定术后融合器脱出(cage retropulsion,CR)的危险因素。方法:回顾性分析2017年9月~2021年9月在我院因腰椎椎体间融合内固定术后CR行翻修手术的17例患者,其中男13例,女4例,年龄63.7±9.9岁,纳入CR组。根据相同的融合及固定节段、初次手术时间(±1年)、性别、年龄(±2岁)在无融合器脱出及移位的患者中按照2∶1的比例进行配对共匹配34例作为对照组,其中男26例,女8例,年龄65.2±10.2岁。CR组初次手术平均固定节段数为1.8±0.8个,融合节段数为1.5±0.6个;发现CR距离初次手术时间为7个月(0.75~132个月);17例患者中单个节段CR 15例,两个节段CR 2例。在两组患者术前全脊柱X线片上测量腰椎前凸角(lumbar lordosis,LL)、骨盆倾斜角(pelvic tilt,PT)、骶骨倾斜角(sacral slope,SS)、骨盆入射角(pelvic incidence,PI)、腰椎侧位X线片上测量病变节段椎间高度(disc height,DH)、屈伸位X线片上测量椎间隙活动度(range of motion,ROM);通过术前腰椎CT检查测量腰椎椎体CT值;通过腰椎MRI检查定义椎间盘形态;在术后即刻腰椎X线片上测量融合器位置(融合器后缘标记线到下位椎体后上缘的距离与下位椎体上终板前后径的比值)。采用配对样本t检验的方法对两组间资料进行单因素分析,对单因素分析有统计学意义的参数进行Logistic回归分析,寻找CR的独立危险因素。结果:CR组椎体CT值小于对照组(124.8±39.7 vs 147.7±38.2,P=0.011),术后即刻X线片上融合器位置较对照组更靠后(0.15±0.09 vs 0.31±0.07,P<0.001);两组间术前LL(40.8°±12.9°vs 42.4°±7.5°,P=0.717)、PT(19.6°±7.1°vs 17.1°±6.7°,P=0.356)、SS(27.7°±6.5°vs 31.0°±4.3°,P=0.144)、PI(44.3°±13.8°vs 44.7°±13.9°,P=0.926)、DH(10.1±2.4mm vs 8.8±1.4mm,P=0.066)、ROM(4.3°±2.8°vs 4.4°±2.2°,P=0.950)、梨形椎间盘比例(33.3%vs 21.4%,P=0.40)均无统计学差异。Logistic回归分析结果提示椎体CT值低(骨质疏松)(OR=0.975,P=0.043)和融合器位置靠后(OR=28.393,P=0.003)是CR的独立危险因素。结论:骨质疏松与融合器放置靠后是后路腰椎椎体间融合术后CR的危险因素。

Delta大通道内镜辅助下后路椎管减压椎间植骨融合术治疗退变性腰椎疾病的临床疗效

目的:探讨Delta大通道内镜辅助下后路椎管减压椎间植骨融合术治疗退变性腰椎疾病的效果。方法:回顾性分析2021年9月~2022年9月我院收治的80例退变性腰椎疾病患者的病历资料,根据患者治疗方式分为观察组(38例,男17例,女21例,年龄61.0±4.9岁)和对照组(42例,男20例,女22例,年龄60.5±5.4岁),观察组患者采取Delta大通道内镜下Endo-PLIF治疗,对照组采取开放后路腰椎椎间融合术治疗,记录两组患者术中出血量、术后引流量、手术时间、手术切口长度、住院时间,比较患者并发症发生情况。于术前、术后1周、1个月、3个月、6个月使用视觉模拟量表(visual analogue scale,VAS)评分评估患者腰痛情况,并采用Oswestry功能障碍指数(Oswestry disability index,ODI)评估患者腰椎功能;使用改良Macnab标准对患者进行疗效评估。根据患者术后1年随访时的腰椎影像学复查结果,使用Bridwell椎间融合标准对患者手术节段融合情况进行评估。结果:观察组患者的术中出血量及术后引流量分别低于对照组(88.46±10.98mL vs 112.99±12.01mL、159.73±18.42mL vs 201.36±23.06mL,P<0.05),手术切口及住院时间分别短于对照组(1.54±0.36cm vs 5.43±1.01cm、6.79±1.22d vs 8.03±1.43d,P<0.05),手术时间长于对照组(162.33±19.57min vs 126.87±23.15min,P<0.05)。80例患者术后均获随访,随访时间15~40个月(19.0±6.3个月)。观察组患者术后1周、术后1个月的VAS评分分别为2.46±0.51分、1.21±0.38分,ODI分别为(17.84±4.15)%、(10.69±1.88)%,均低于对照组[VAS评分分别为3.68±0.62分、2.01±0.41分,ODI分别为(21.33±3.48)%、(12.33±2.17)%,均P<0.05],两组患者术后3个月、术后6个月的VAS评分比较无统计学差异(P>0.05)。观察组治疗优良率为92.11%,与对照组的85.71%比较无统计学意义(P=0.487)。两组患者融合分级比较,差异无统计学意义(Z=0.487,P=0.624)。观察组术后并发症发生率为5.26%,与对照组的9.52%比较无统计学差异(P=0.678)。结论:Delta大通道内镜辅助下后路椎管减压椎间植骨融合术治疗退变性腰椎疾病效果良好,可以减少术中出血量,缩短手术切口和住院时间,更快改善患者术后短期内疼痛、腰椎功能,安全性较好。

腰椎融合术选择策略及发展趋势

腰椎融合术已经在腰椎退行性病变、畸形、腰椎骨折或脱位等疾病中广泛应用,是消除或缓解症状、维持疗效的重要方法,也是脊柱外科最重要的技术之一。目前,腰椎融合术式种类繁多,根据不同手术入路分为前侧入路、经侧方入路、后侧入路及椎间孔入路等;微创手术包括关节镜辅助、脊柱内窥镜等手术方式;根据不同植骨融合位置又分为椎体外植骨融合和椎体间植骨融合[1]。临床上腰椎融合手术方式的选择方面尚无完全定论。本文回顾、分析不同腰椎融合术的优缺点,结合脊柱微创融合技术等发展趋势展开评论,旨在为临床腰椎融合术的合理实施提供参考,期待未来深入探索、优化手术方法、提高融合效率,降低并发症的新策略,为腰椎疾病患者带来更好的疗效。

腰椎融合后矢状位力线与临床症状改善的相关性

背景:目前关于腰椎管狭窄融合术后患者腰椎前凸角度及骨盆入射角度的匹配程度与术后临床症状改善相关性的研究报道较少。目的:研究腰椎管狭窄融合术后患者腰椎前凸角度与骨盆入射角度的匹配程度(PI-LL),分组比较不同匹配程度间脊柱骨盆矢状参数和临床结果的差异。方法:回顾性分析2019年12月至2021年12月在天津市人民医院脊柱外科采用腰椎后路椎板减压融合内固定治疗的110例腰椎管狭窄患者的病历资料,男48例,女62例,年龄(57±11)岁,术后随访超过1年,根据术后PI-LL分为2组,A组(PI-LL>10°)47例,B组(PI-LL≤10°)63例。对比两组患者手术前后临床评分(腰背痛目测类比评分和Oswestry功能障碍指数)及脊柱骨盆矢状位参数的变化,并分析临床症状改善情况和脊柱骨盆影像学参数之间的相关性。结果与结论:①两组患者术前骨盆矢状位参数及临床功能的比较无统计学差异(P>0.05);②两组手术时间和出血量比较无统计学差异(P>0.05);③术后末次随访,与A组比较,B组腰背痛目测类比评分和Oswestry功能障碍指数明显改善(P=0.000,P=0.005);腰椎前凸角和骶骨倾斜角也有明显改善(P=0.000,P<0.05),骨盆倾斜角恢复的更明显(P=0.000);④采用Pearson相关系数法进行分析,结果显示,腰背痛目测类比评分的改善与骨盆倾斜角(r=0.209,P=0.008)、腰椎前凸角(r=-0.133,P=0.021)和骶骨倾斜角(r=-0.156,P=0.031)的改善显著相关;骨盆倾斜角与Oswestry功能障碍指数显著相关(r=0.196,P=0.014);⑤提示重建腰椎前凸角,并降低骨盆倾斜角,使腰椎前凸角度与骨盆入射角度匹配(即PI-LL≤10°),可以有效改善患者的临床症状。

Wiltse与后正中入路经椎间孔腰椎椎体间融合术治疗腰椎间盘突出症的安全性及近期效果研究

目的比较分析Wiltse与后正中入路经椎间孔腰椎椎体间融合术(TLIF)治疗腰椎间盘突出症(LDH)的安全性及近期效果。方法回顾性分析2019-01—2022-12于郑州大学第二附属医院骨一科行TLIF治疗的86例LDH患者的临床资料,根据手术入路方式分为Wiltse组(38例)和后正中组(48例)。比较2组患者的基线资料。记录手术时间、术中出血量、下床活动时间。评估术前、术后6个月患者的腰椎功能JOA评分和数字评定量表(NRS)评分。结果2组患者的基线资料差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。Wiltse组的手术时间、下床活动时间均短于后正中组,术中出血量少于后正中组,差异均有统计学意义(P<0.05)。术前2组患者的JOA、NRS评分差异均无统计学意义(P>0.05);术后6个月时,Wiltse组患者的JOA评分高于后正中组,NRS评分低于后正中组,差异均有统计学意义(P<0.05)。2组患者的并发症发生率差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。结论经Wiltse入路与后正中入路实施TLIF,均有良好的安全性和近期效果。但Wiltse入路改善腰椎功能、缓解疼痛的效果更佳,且手术时间短、术中出血量少,更利于患者术后康复。

OLIF治疗腰椎间盘突出症的近期效果分析

目的分析斜外侧腰椎椎间融合术(OLIF)治疗腰椎间盘突出症(LDH)的近期疗效。方法48例LDH患者,以随机数字表法分为对照组和观察组,各24例。对照组经后路腰椎椎间融合术(PLIF)治疗,观察组经OLIF治疗。比较两组围术期指标、疼痛程度、功能障碍情况及影像学参数。结果观察组手术用时为(150.23±17.45)min,对照组为(145.23±13.25)min。两组手术用时比较无统计学差异(P>0.05)。观察组术中出血量(274.15±52.34)ml少于对照组的(356.56±53.24)ml,住院用时(8.10±1.89)d短于对照组的(12.25±3.61)d(P<0.05)。治疗后,对照组视觉模拟评分法(VAS)、Oswestry功能障碍指数(ODI)评分分别为(2.29±0.35)、(15.53±2.12)分,观察组VAS、ODI评分分别为(2.13±0.33)、(14.51±2.44)分;相较对照组,观察组治疗后VAS、ODI评分更低,但无统计学差异(P>0.05)。治疗后,对照组椎间隙前、后缘高度分别为(11.52±2.13)、(7.22±1.35)mm,观察组椎间隙前、后缘高度分别为(12.05±2.31)、(7.95±1.53)mm;相较对照组,观察组椎间隙前、后缘高度更高,但无统计学差异(P>0.05)。结论应用OLIF治疗LDH效果显著,患者术中出血量少,术后恢复快,临床可推广。

伴或不伴马尾冗余征腰椎管狭窄症患者行斜外侧腰椎椎间融合术联合后路经皮内固定术的疗效分析

目的:探讨伴或不伴马尾冗余征(redundant nerve roots,RNRs)腰椎管狭窄症患者行斜外侧腰椎椎间融合术(oblique lumbar interbody fusion,OLIF)联合后路经皮内固定术的临床疗效。方法:回顾性分析2019年6月至2022年6月于本院采用斜外侧腰椎椎间融合术联合后路经皮内固定术治疗的92例腰椎管狭窄症患者,男32例,女60例,年龄44~82(63.67±9.93)岁。根据冗余与否将所有患者分为RNRs阳性组和RNRs阴性组。RNRs阳性组38例,男15例,女23例;年龄45~82(65.45±10.37)岁;病程24.00(12.00,72.00)个月。RNRs阴性组54例,男17例,女37例;年龄44~77(62.42±9.51)岁;病程13.50(9.00,36.00)个月。记录两组手术时间、术中出血量、并发症;手术前后影像学参数,包括狭窄节段数、椎间隙高度、腰椎前凸角、硬膜囊面积;采用视觉模拟评分(visual analogue scale,VAS)进行背部和腿部疼痛评价,采用Oswestry功能障碍指数(Oswestry disability index,ODI)评估日常生活活动障碍。结果:所有患者获得随访,时间8~18(11.04±3.61)个月,随访期未见并发症。RNRs阳性组狭窄节段数(1.71±0.46)个,多于阴性组(1.17±0.38)个(P<0.05)。RNRs阳性组术前椎间隙高度、硬膜囊面积、腰痛VAS、腿痛VAS、ODI分别为(1.11±0.19)cm、(0.46±0.17)cm^(2)、(5.39±1.00)分、(5.05±1.01)分、(55.74±4.05)%;RNRs阴性组分别为(0.97±0.23)cm、(0.69±0.26)cm^(2)、(4.50±0.77)分、(4.00±0.58)分、(47.33±3.43)%。RNRs阳性组术后椎间隙高度、硬膜囊面积、腰痛VAS、腿痛VAS、ODI评分分别为(1.60±0.19)cm、(0.74±0.36)cm^(2)、(3.39±0.72)分、(3.05±1.01)分、(46.74±4.82)%;RNRs阴性组分别为(1.48±0.25)cm、(1.12±0.35)cm^(2)、(3.00±0.82)分、(3.00±0.82)分、(37.67±3.58)%。两组术后椎间隙高度、硬膜囊面积、腰痛、腿痛VAS、ODI较术前明显改善(P<0.05)。两组术前椎间隙高度、硬膜囊面积、腰痛、腿痛VAS、ODI比较,差异均具有统计学意义(P<0.05)。但两组手术前后椎间隙高度差值、ODI差值比较,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。两组手术时间、术中出血量、术后硬膜囊面积、手术前后硬膜囊面积差值、术后腰痛VAS、手术前后腰痛VAS差值、手术前后腿痛VAS差值等比较,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。结论:OLIF联合后路经皮内固定术对于伴或不伴RNRs的患者均有较好疗效。多节段腰椎管狭窄、硬膜囊面积减小可能会导致RNRs的发生,伴RNRs的LSS患者症状更重。伴RNRs的LSS患者较不伴RNRs的患者手术疗效要差。