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Management of Thoracolumbar Fractures

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Thoracolumbar region is the most commonly affected region of spine in trauma, but still no consensus exists on various aspects of its management. The management of thoracolumbar fractures has evolved considerably with time, but there are certain areas where there is still no consensus. Only few level I evidence are available to make any recommendation. This article reviews the current literature on evaluation, treatment, timing of surgery, choice of approach, and length of fusion.

Source: Indian Journal of Neurosurgery

DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1558835

Authors: Pankaj Sharma, Buddhadev Chowdhury, Sanjay Meena

Institutions: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University

Language: English

Topic: Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2582495953