Aim: To evaluate the superiority of preoperative three-dimensional (3D) CT-based planning over two-dimensio nal (2D) planning in terms of pedicle screw placement accuracy. Materials and methods: In a virtual environment, ...

Background Transpedicular screw (TPS) misplacement is still a nightmare for spine surgeons. Preoperative planning is one of the methods that a surgeon could use to minimize this complication. This study aims to compare the ...

ObjectivePedicle screw stabilization (PSS) surgeries for spinal instability are still the most effective treatment approach. The use of preoperative planning can minimize the complications related to transpedicular screw ...

AIM: To explore the relationship between the retroperitoneal vasculature and anterior surface of the lower spine, and to establish values for aiding in prediction of the pertinence of anterior approach at the L4 -L5 and ...

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the demographic, clinical, laboratory, and microbiological features of ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) infections through a 13-year retrospective study. VPS bacterial ...