Abstract Concept Spondylodiscitis refers to an infection affecting the intervertebral disk, the
vertebral body or the posterior arch of the vertebra being aetiologically, pyogenic …

Purpose Postoperative surgical site infections (SSI) are a frequent complication following
posterior lumbar spinal surgery. In this manuscript we review strategies for prevention …

Robot-assisted percutaneous insertion of pedicle screws is a recent technique
demonstrating high accuracy. The optimal treatment for spondylodiscitis is still a matter of …

Bacterial spinal infections in adults can have notable adverse consequences, including
pain, neurologic deficit, spinal instability and/or deformity, or death. Numerous factors can …

Object An anterior approach for debridement and fusion with autologous bone graft has
been recommended as the gold standard for surgical treatment of pyogenic spondylodiscitis …

Postoperative surgical site infection (SSI) is a common complication after posterior lumbar
spine surgery. This review details an approach to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of …

Object Treatment of spine infection remains a challenge for spine surgeons, with the most
effective method still being a matter of debate. Most surgeons agree that in early stages of …

Study Design. Single institution, single surgeon retrospective review. Objective. To
investigate if the use of titanium mesh cage on the site of infection could be beneficial for …

OBJECTIVE: The results of the surgical treatment of osteomyelitis with expandable titanium
cages and either allograft or autograft are presented. METHODS: Thirty-six patients with …

Spinal infections have historically been associated with significant morbidity and mortality.
Current treatment protocols have improved patient outcomes through prompt and accurate …