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1/229. erectile dysfunction caused by sacral gun-shot injury.

    A 22-year-old man suffering from isolated erectile dysfunction associated with damage to the right spinal nerve S2 caused by sacral gun-shot injury. He has no loss of bladder innervation. Treatment has been implantation of a penile prosthesis.
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2/229. Use of breath-activated Patient Controlled analgesia for acute pain management in a patient with quadriplegia.

    We report the use of breath-activated Patient Controlled analgesia (PCA) for the provision of analgesia in a quadriplegic patient with traumatic neck injury. This provided good pain relief, decreased opioid complications, improved perceptions of self-control, smoothed recovery and enhanced patient, family as well as staff satisfaction. The setup and principles of its use in a patient with high anxiety and unable to use conventionally activated PCA are illustrated.
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3/229. Detection of vertebral artery injury after cervical spine trauma using magnetic resonance angiography.

    BACKGROUND: We prospectively describe the incidence, magnetic resonance-based diagnosis, and treatment of vertebral artery (VA) injury resulting from closed cervical spine trauma. methods: patients with fracture or dislocation on plain radiographic studies underwent computed tomography. Among these patients, the subset with computed tomographic evidence of foramen transversarium (FT) fracture underwent magnetic resonance angiography as early as possible. RESULTS: During a 16-month period, 38 patients with closed cervical trauma were treated. Twelve patients demonstrated fracture extension through at least one FT by computed tomography. Among these patients, four showed unilateral VA injury by magnetic resonance angiography, all ipsilateral to the fractured FT. Three cases of VA occlusion and one of focal narrowing were demonstrated. All four patients were initially treated with aspirin, and two were systemically anticoagulated. None developed irreversible neurologic deficits from the VA compromise. CONCLUSION: Our data suggest that the incidence of VA injury in closed cervical spine trauma is significant and that FT fractures warrant flow-sensitive magnetic resonance imaging.
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4/229. Traumatic L5-S1 spondylolisthesis: report of three cases and a review of the literature.

    The literature reports that traumatic spondylolisthesis of L5 is an uncommon lesion. The authors report their experience of three cases of this particular fracture-dislocation of the lumbosacral spine. They stress the importance of certain radiographic signs in the diagnosis: namely, the presence of unilateral multiple fracture of the transverse lumbar apophysis. As far as the treatment is concerned, they state the need for an open reduction and an internal segmental fixation by posterior approach. A preoperative MRI study appears mandatory in order to evaluate the integrity of the L5-S1 disc. In the event of a traumatic disruption of the disc, they state the importance of posterior interbody fusion by means of a strut graft carved from the ilium or, in case of iliac wing fracture (which is not uncommon in these patients), by means of interbody cages.
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5/229. Wandering intraspinal bullet.

    A case of gun shot injury to the spine, with the bullet entering the thecal sac via the right side of the lower chest and wandering freely in the subarachnoid space, is reported. The patient was neurologically intact initially and developed radicular symptoms with foot drop and urinary retention on the third day after injury. The radiological findings and the problems faced at surgery are discussed, and the relevant literature of this uncommon condition is reviewed.
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6/229. Atlantal stenosis: a rare cause of quadriparesis in a child. Case report.

    The authors report the case of a 3-year-old boy who suffered from quadriparesis and respiratory distress after failing to execute a somersault properly. neuroimaging revealed spinal cord contusion with marked spinal canal stenosis at the level of the atlas. No subtle instability, occult fracture, or other congenital abnormalities were confirmed. spinal cord contusion with marked canal stenosis is rare, and only several adult cases have been reported. Severe stenosis at the level of the atlas may predispose individuals to severe spinal cord contusion, as occurred in our patient after sustaining trivial trauma.
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7/229. Hepatic ischemia as a complication after correction of post-traumatic gibbus at the thoracolumbar junction.

    STUDY DESIGN: This is a case report of hepatic ischemia secondary to celiac trunk stenosis as a complication after correction of a preoperative 30 degrees gibbus at the thoracolumbar junction. OBJECTIVES: A high index of suspicion is needed to make a timely diagnosis of hepatic ischemia in any setting. After spinal reconstruction involving lengthening, symptoms suggestive of an acute abdomen accompanied by markedly elevated liver enzymes should be evaluated with an angiogram to check for celiac trunk stenosis. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA: review of the literature showed no reported cases of hepatic ischemia or descriptions of the status of celiac trunk stenosis after spinal surgery. Even in more commonly associated settings, diagnosis of both phenomena is often delayed, with possible morbid consequences. methods: A case is presented of a patient who underwent gibbus correction and re-establishment of lost anterior intervertebral distance at the thoracolumbar junction. After surgery, ischemic hepatitis, a perforated gallbladder, and splenic infarction developed secondary to celiac trunk stenosis-a result of cephalad displacement of the celiac trunk and compression of the artery by the diaphragmatic ligament. RESULTS: An emergent exploratory laparotomy with cholecystectomy was performed followed by an angiogram, which demonstrated stenosis of the celiac trunk. After release of the arcuate ligament, the patient's condition improved rapidly, and he made a complete recovery. CONCLUSIONS: The consequences of a delay in diagnosis of hepatic ischemia can be disastrous. An awareness of the possibility of this complication after spinal lengthening should facilitate a timely angiogram and operative intervention.
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8/229. Acute traumatic myelopathy secondary to a thoracic cyst in a professional football player.

    STUDY DESIGN: Case report of acute traumatic myelopathy secondary to thoracic synovial cyst in a professional football player. OBJECTIVE: To emphasize examination for myelopathy and describe the radiographic and magnetic resonance findings of a rare source of traumatic myelopathy. BACKGROUND: magnetic resonance imaging is the best initial evaluation for myelopathy in a traumatic setting. Heightened awareness during evaluation of a player involved in a traumatic incident allowed the diagnosis of potential cord damage and paralysis. methods: A subject with symptoms resulting from a direct blow to the back was evaluated for myelopathy, with diagnosis assisted by magnetic resonance imaging used to pinpoint the source of the disorder. RESULTS: The diagnosis allowed a surgical excision of the traumatic synovial cyst and full recovery of the injured football player. CONCLUSIONS: awareness during examination for myelopathy in an acutely injured athlete is imperative to prompt the clinician to order the proper diagnostic studies and thereby embark on a surgical correction of the problem.
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9/229. Bilateral vocal cord paralysis after anterior cervical discoidectomy and fusion in a case of whiplash cervical spine injury: a case report.

    BACKGROUND: Bilateral vocal cord paralysis is a risk of anterior cervical discoidectomy and fusion. We discuss the mechanism of vocal cord paralysis and the precautions necessary to avoid this catastrophic complication. A rare case of bilateral vocal cord paralysis after anterior cervical discoidectomy and fusion (ACD/F) is reported. CASE DESCRIPTION: The patient, a 37-year-old male, was paraplegic, had bilateral intrinsic hand muscle weakness and sphincter involvement following a whiplash cervical spinal injury. A C5-C6 ACD/F for traumatic C5-C6 disc prolapse was performed. On the third postoperative day, he developed difficulty in coughing and a husky voice. Otolaryngological evaluation revealed bilateral vocal cord paralysis. He later required a tracheostomy that partially alleviated his major symptoms. CONCLUSION: In patients undergoing ACD/F, a mandatory preoperative evaluation of the vocal cords should be performed. An appropriate modification in surgical planning should be made if vocal cord palsy is diagnosed preoperatively to prevent bilateral vocal cord paralysis. Proper and judicious use of Cloward retractors is advocated.
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10/229. Cervical spine injuries in the athlete.

    Special considerations must be brought into play when the physician is consulted about when to allow an athlete to return to play following injury. This is especially true for brain and spinal cord injury. Although it is generally best to be on the conservative side, being too reticent about allowing any athlete to return may be very detrimental to the athlete and/or the entire team. Therefore, it behooves the sports physician to be circumspect with regard to not only the type of injury the athlete has suffered but also the nature, duration, and the repetitive aspects of the trauma along with the inherent strengths of any player. This article will provide the sports physician with criteria for making sound decisions regarding return to competition after cervical spine injury and "functional" cervical spinal stenosis.
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