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Erschienen in: European Spine Journal 5/2014

01.05.2014 | Original Article

Sacropelvic fixation versus fusion to the sacrum for spondylodesis in multilevel degenerative spine disease

verfasst von: T. Finger, S. Bayerl, J. Onken, M. Czabanka, J. Woitzik, P. Vajkoczy

Erschienen in: European Spine Journal | Ausgabe 5/2014

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Abstract

Study design

Retrospective study.

Objective

For successful multilevel correction and stabilization of degenerative spinal deformities, a rigid basal construct to the sacrum is indispensable. The primary objective of this study was to compare the results of two different sacropelvic fixation techniques to conventional stabilization to the sacrum in patients with multilevel degenerative spine disease.

Methods

A total of 69 patients with multisegmental fusion surgery (mean number of stabilized functional spinal units: 7.0 ± 3.3) with a minimum of 1-year follow-up were included. 32 patients received fixation to the sacrum (S1), 23 patients received S1 and iliac screw fixation (iliac) and 14 patients were treated with iliosacral plate fixation (plate). Primary outcome parameters were radiographic outcome concerning fusion in the segment L5–S1, rate of screw loosening, back and buttock pain reduction [numeric rating scale for pain evaluation: 0 indicating no pain, 10 indicating the worst pain], overall extent of disability after surgery (Oswestry Disability Index) and the number of complications.

Results

The three groups did not differ in body mass index, ASA score, the number of stabilized functional spinal units, duration of surgery, the number of previous spine surgeries, or postoperative complication rate. The incidence of L5–S1 pseudarthrosis after 1 year in the S1, iliac, and plate groups was 19, 0, and 29 %, respectively (p < 0.05 iliac vs. plate). The incidence of screw loosening after 1 year in the S1, iliac, and plate groups was 22, 4, and 43 %, respectively (p < 0.05 iliac vs. plate). Average Oswestry scores after 1 year in the S1, iliac, and plate groups were 40 ± 18, 42 ± 20, and 58 ± 18, respectively (p < 0.05 both S1 and iliac vs. plate).

Conclusion

The surgical treatment of multilevel degenerative spine disease carries a significant risk for pseudarthrosis and screw loosening, mandating a rigid sacropelvic fixation. The use of an iliosacral plate resulted in an inferior surgical and clinical outcome when compared to iliac screws.
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Metadaten
Titel
Sacropelvic fixation versus fusion to the sacrum for spondylodesis in multilevel degenerative spine disease
verfasst von
T. Finger
S. Bayerl
J. Onken
M. Czabanka
J. Woitzik
P. Vajkoczy
Publikationsdatum
01.05.2014
Verlag
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Erschienen in
European Spine Journal / Ausgabe 5/2014
Print ISSN: 0940-6719
Elektronische ISSN: 1432-0932
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-014-3165-6

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