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Neurospine provides spine clinicians and researchers with peer-reviewed articles on basic and clinical investigation of spine and spinal cord to enhance patient management, education, clinical or experimental research, and professionalism.

The journal will consider submissions in areas on craniocervical to lumbosacral spine including the followings: neuroscience and pain research, bone and mineral research, disc and joint research, bio and industrial technology, pathophysiology, risk factors, symptomatology, imaging, treatment, rehabilitation of spine, spinal cord and peripheral nerve diseases.

Essay

September 30, 2019

A Review of My Invention of Expansive Laminoplasty

Kiyoshi Hirabayashi, Kota Watanabe

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):379-382.

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: Natural Course and the Value of Diagnostic Techniques –WFNS Spine Committee Recommendations

Mehmet Zileli, Sachin A. Borkar, Sumit Sinha, Rui Reinas, Óscar L. Alves, Se-Hoon Kim, Sumeet Pawar, Bala Murali, Jutty Parthiban

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):386-402.

Objective: This study presents the results of a systematic literature review conducted to determine most up-to-date information on the natural outcome of cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) and the most reliable...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Value of Surgery and Nonsurgical Approaches for Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: WFNS Spine Committee Recommendations

Jutty Parthiban, Oscar L. Alves, Komal Prasad Chandrachari, Premanand Ramani, Mehmet Zileli

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):403-407.

Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a common cause of adult spinal cord dysfunction. Although the therapeutic options for moderate to severe CSM patients have been established well, the existing guidelines...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Anterior Surgical Techniques for Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: WFNS Spine Committee Recommendations

Harsh Deora, Se-Hoon Kim, Sanjay Behari, Satish Rudrappa, Vedantam Rajshekhar, Mehmet Zileli, Jutty K.B.C. Parthiban,

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):408-420.

Objective: This study was performed to review the literature and to present the most up-to-date information and recommendations on the indications, complications, and success rate of anterior surgical techniques for...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Posterior Surgical Techniques for Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: WFNS Spine Committee Recommendations

Abdul Hafid Bajamal, Se-Hoon Kim, Mohammad Reza Arifianto, Muhammad Faris, Eko Agus Subagio, Ben Roitberg, Inyang Udo-Inyang, Jonathan Belding, Mehmet Zileli, Jutty K.B.C. Parthiban, et al.

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):421-434.

Objective: This study was conducted to determine and recommend the most up-to-date information on the indications, complications, and outcomes of posterior surgical treatments for cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) on the...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Outcome Measures and Variables Affecting Prognosis of Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: WFNS Spine Committee Recommendations

Mehmet Zileli, Shradha Maheshwari, Shashank Sharad Kale, Kanwaljeet Garg, Sajesh K. Menon, Jutty Parthiban

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):435-447.

This study is conducted to review the literature systematically to determine most reliable outcome measures, important clinical and radiological variables affecting the prognosis in cervical spondylotic myelopathy patients. A literature...

Review Article

July 24, 2019

Dynamic Cord Compression Causing Cervical Myelopathy

Andrei Fernandes Joaquim, Griffin R. Baum, Lee A. Tan, K. Daniel Riew

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):448-453.

Due to the highly mobile nature of the cervical spine, and the fact that most magnetic resonance imagings (MRIs) and computed tomography scans are obtained only in one single position,...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

C1 Stenosis – An Easily Missed Cause for Cervical Myelopathy

Andrei Fernandes Joaquim, Griffin Baum, Lee A. Tan, K. Daniel Riew

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):456-461.

C1 stenosis is often an easily missed cause for cervical myelopathy. The vast majority of cervical myelopathy occurs in the subaxial cervical spine. The cervical canal is generally largest at...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Transoral and Endoscopic Endonasal Odontoidectomies – Surgical Techniques, Indications, and Complications

Andrei Fernandes Joaquim, Joseph A. Osorio, K. Daniel Riew

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):462-469.

Odontoidectomy is indicated for some cases of ventral compression in the upper cervical spine. In this paper, we discuss the indications, surgical steps, and nuances of transoral odondoidectomy (TO) and...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Cervical Spine Deformity Correction Techniques

Alexander B. Dru, Dennis Timothy Lockney, Sasha Vaziri, Matthew Decker, Adam J. Polifka, W. Christopher Fox, Daniel J. Hoh

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):470-482.

Cervical kyphotic deformity can be a debilitating condition with symptoms ranging from mechanical neck pain, radiculopathy, and myelopathy to impaired swallowing and horizontal gaze. Surgical correction of cervical kyphosis has...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Does Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament Progress After Fusion?

Sasha Vaziri, Dennis Timothy Lockney, Alexander B. Dru, Adam J. Polifka, W. Christopher Fox, Daniel J. Hoh

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):483-491.

Starting in the 1960s, ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) became more commonly diagnosed in Japan. The disease is characterized by a gradual increase in calcification of the posterior...

Review Article

August 26, 2019

Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy; A Review of the Latest Advances and Future Directions in Management

Jamie R.F. Wilson, Jetan H. Badhiwala, Ali Moghaddamjou, Allan R. Martin, Michael G. Fehlings

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):494-505.

The assessment, diagnosis, operative and nonoperative management of degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) have evolved rapidly over the last 20 years. A clearer understanding of the pathobiology of DCM has led...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Review of Radiological Parameters, Imaging Characteristics, and Their Effect on Optimal Treatment Approaches and Surgical Outcomes for Cervical Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament

Nobuyuki Shimokawa, Hidetoshi Sato, Hiroaki Matsumoto, Toshihiro Takami

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):506-516.

Determining the optimal surgical method for cervical ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) is challenging. The surgical indication should be made based on not only radiological findings, but also...

Review Article

September 30, 2019

Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament: Surgical Approaches and Associated Complications

Jeffery Head, George Rymarczuk, Geoffrey Stricsek, Lohit Velagapudi, Christopher Maulucci, Christian Hoelscher, James Harrop

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):517-529.

Ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) is a rare but potentially devastating cause of degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM). Decompressive surgery is the standard of care for OPLL and can...

Original Article

September 30, 2019

The Clinical Implications and Complications of Anterior Versus Posterior Surgery for Multilevel Cervical Ossification of the Posterior Longitudinal Ligament; An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Dong Hwan Kim, Chang-Hyun Lee, Young San Ko, Seung Heon Yang, Chi Heon Kim, Sung Bae Park, Chun Kee Chung

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):530-541.

Objective: Theoretically, the optimal approach is determined by the status of ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) and sagittal alignment. However, there have long been disputes about the optimum...

Original Article

September 30, 2019

Preoperative Narcotic Use, Impaired Ambulation Status, and Increased Intraoperative Blood Loss Are Independent Risk Factors for Complications Following Posterior Cervical Laminectomy and Fusion Surgery

Ryan K. Badiee, Andrew K. Chan, Joshua Rivera, Annette Molinaro, Brianna R. Doherty, K. Daniel Riew, Dean Chou, Praveen V. Mummaneni, Lee A. Tan

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):548-557.

Objective: This retrospective cohort study seeks to identify risk factors associated with complications following posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion (PCLF) surgery. Methods: Adults undergoing PCLF from 2012 through 2018 at a...

Original Article

September 30, 2019

Epidemiology of C5 Palsy after Cervical Spine Surgery: A 21-Center Study

Jae Keun Oh, Jae Taek Hong, Dong Ho Kang, Sang-Woo Kim, Seok Won Kim, Young Jin Kim, Chun Kee Chung, Jun Jae Shin, Seong Yi, Jung Kil Lee, et al.

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):558-562.

Objective: C5 palsy is a severe complication after cervical spine surgery, the pathophysiology of which remains unclear. This multicenter study investigated the incidence of C5 palsy following cervical spine surgery...

Original Article

September 30, 2019

Effect of Myelopathy on Early Clinical Improvement After Cervical Disc Replacement: A Study of a Local Patient Cohort and a Large National Cohort

Andre M. Samuel, Harold G. Moore, Avani S. Vaishnav, Steven McAnany, Todd Albert, Sravisht Iyer, Yoshihiro Katsuura, Catherine Himo Gang, Sheeraz A. Qureshi

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):563-573.

Objective: Cervical disc replacement (CDR) is an effective long-term treatment for both cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy. However, there may be unique differences in the early postoperative clinical improvement for patients...

Original Article

September 30, 2019

Cervical Spondylotic Amyotrophy: Case Series and Review of the Literature

Toshiyuki Takahashi, Junya Hanakita, Manabu Minami, Yosuke Tomita, Tomoki Sasagasako, Ryo Kanematsu

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):579-588.

Objective: Cervical spondylotic amyotrophy (CSA) is a relatively rare entity caused by cervical degenerative spinal diseases and characterized by motor weakness accompanied by remarkable muscle atrophy in the upper extremities...

Original Article

September 30, 2019

Comparison of Adjacent Segment Degeneration, Cervical Alignment, and Clinical Outcomes After One- and Multilevel Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion

Jun Jae Shin

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):589-600.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the influence of a fused segment on cervical range of motion (ROM) and adjacent segmental kinematics and determine whether increasing number of fusion levels...

Original Article

July 8, 2019

Swallowing Function Following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion With and Without Anterior Plating: A SWAL-QOL (Swallowing-Quality of Life) and Radiographic Assessment

Brittany E. Haws, Benjamin Khechen, Dil V. Patel, Joon S. Yoo, Jordan A. Guntin, Kaitlyn L. Cardinal, Kern Singh

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):601-607.

Objective: Anterior cervical plating in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) procedures are associated with improved outcomes compared to stand-alone cages. However, concerns exist regarding increased rates of postoperative dysphagia...

Original Article

July 5, 2019

Comparison of Axial Symptoms and Limitations of Activities of Daily Living Accompanying Reduced Neck Mobility After Cervical Laminoplasty Preserving C2 Muscle Attachments With and Without C2 to T1 Instrumented Fusion

Kazunari Takeuchi, Toru Yokoyama

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):608-617.

Objective: Muscles are usually detached from C2 to facilitate C2 pedicle screw insertion. The aim of this study was to compare 1-year postoperative axial symptoms and limitations in activities of...

Original Article

February 23, 2019

Comparing Allografts to Autografts for Maintenance of Cervical Sagittal Parameters and Clinical Outcomes Following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion With Anterior Cervical Plating

Steven Thomas Heidt, Philip King-Hung Louie, Jannat M. Khan, Bryce A. Basques, Brandon Hirsch, Arya Varthi, Justin C. Paul, Edward J. Goldberg, Howard S. An

Neurospine. 2019;16(3):618-625.

Objective: Current literature has not shown if using either allograft or autograft differentially affects postoperative cervical sagittal parameters. The goal of this study was to compare sagittal alignment and patient-reported...

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