Functional Outcome of Various Surgical Modalities for Thoracolumbar Vertebral Fractures
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/tbkm6r07Keywords:
Spinal cord injury, thoracolumbar region, vertebral fracture, Frankel’s scoreAbstract
Introduction: Thoracolumbar fractures with neurological injury complicates 15-20% of the
fractures occurring at thoraco-lumbar level.65% of thoracolumbar fractures occurs as a result of motor
vehicle accidents, fall from height and injuries related to occupation and sports. It has major functional,
medical, psychological and financial effects on the injured person family and society. Recent trends in
management of thoracolumbar fractures with or without spinal cord injury is one of the controversial areas
in modern spinal surgery and continues to evolve.
Aim and Objectives: To analyse the functional outcome and neurological recovery following surgical
management of thoracolumbar fractures with spinal cord injury.
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