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- W2343947275 abstract "The thoracic spine has always been associated with a stability that is considerably augmented by the rib cage and associated ligaments. Fractures of the thoracic spine require great forces to be applied, causing high levels of other injuries. In addition, the narrow spinal canal dimensions result in high levels of neurological compromise when fractures occur. Between 2 February 1995 and 21 March 2001, 1249 patients were admitted to our spinal tertiary referral unit. Of these, 77 had suffered fractures to some part of their upper thoracic spine (T1-T6), of which 32 required surgical procedures. Using patient case notes, we retrospectively studied this series. 26 of the 32 patients were male, with an average age of the group of 24.4 ± 11.3 years and an average inpatient stay of 17.5 ± 10.5 days. 29 patients suffered fractures at more than one level and 23 patients suffered complete neurological compromise. Only 2 patients were neurologically intact. 90.7% sustained their injuries in road traffic accidents, with 53.9% of the male group being involved in motorcycle accidents. Multiple imaging (in addition to plain film radiography) was required in 30 cases with 20 patients suffering injuries apart from their spinal fracture. Of these, 15 had associated chest injuries. Cardiothoracic surgical consultations were required in 56.3% of cases, and from the general surgeons in 37.5% of patients. 59.4% of patients required intensive care unit therapy, with another 4 patients going to the high dependency unit. Fractures to the upper thoracic spine are injuries with devastating consequences, both due to high levels of neurological compromise and concomitant injuries. This series would suggest that patients suffering from these injuries are best treated in a multi-disciplinary approach within a general setting, rather than in a specialist orthopaedic unit, where other medical and surgical services may not be readily available." @default.
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- W2343947275 title "A REVIEW OF THE SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF 32 UPPER THORACIC SPINE FRACTURES" @default.
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