Browse the latest research summaries in the field of trauma for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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Journal of Education and Health Promotion, 2024 • March 28, 2024
This qualitative study aimed to discover the care needs of adult patients with spinal trauma in the prehospital and hospital stages from the perspective of the patient care team. During the data analy...
KEY FINDING: The study identified two main themes: prehospital care and hospital care, each with two main categories: emergency care and management of secondary complications of spinal trauma.
Brain and Spine, 2024 • April 21, 2024
This retrospective study evaluated the impact of implementing the 2013 guidelines for traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) management on neurocritical care and patient outcomes. The study found improvem...
KEY FINDING: After the implementation of the 2013 guidelines, mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) was significantly higher in patients.
Cureus, 2024 • April 20, 2024
This study critically appraises the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) guidelines on the evaluation and treatment of thoracolumbar spine trauma (TST) using the AGREE II instrument to assess metho...
KEY FINDING: The mean scores for the six AGREE II domains were: Scope and Purpose (75.2%), Stakeholder Involvement (45.4%), Rigor of Development (57.0%), Clarity of Presentation (58.7%), Applicability (16.9%), and Editorial Independence (64.1%).
MILITARY MEDICINE, 2024 • September 1, 2024
This bibliometric study investigates research trends and hotspots in combat-related spinal injuries (CRSIs) over a 30-year period, aiming to provide insights for clinicians and scientists. The study i...
KEY FINDING: Publications on CRSIs have shown a stable upward trend over the past 30 years.
Clin Case Rep, 2024 • May 1, 2024
This case report highlights the successful management of a patient with traumatic atlanto-occipital dislocation (AOD) who experienced cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA) following a motor vehicle accident. T...
KEY FINDING: Bystander CPR was crucial for the patient's survival after CPA due to the traumatic injury.
Global Spine Journal, 2022 • September 1, 2022
This retrospective study evaluated the functional outcomes and characteristics associated with gunshot wounds (GSW) to the spine, analyzing data from 51 patients treated at a Level 1 Trauma Center bet...
KEY FINDING: Most patients with spinal GSW did not experience clinical improvement in their ambulatory status, with the majority having severe injuries (ASIA A).
Spinal Cord, 2022 • July 7, 2022
This study evaluated the applicability of the AO Spine PROST for individuals with motor-complete SCI through cognitive interviews. The goal was to identify potential adjustments to enhance the tool's ...
KEY FINDING: Participants generally found the AO Spine PROST to be comprehensive, not offensive, relevant, and largely complete.
Brain and Spine, 2024 • November 28, 2024
This narrative review consolidates knowledge on the acute phase management of tSCI patients within the context of polytrauma, underscoring the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach. It highlights ...
KEY FINDING: Damage control resuscitation (DCR) and damage control surgery (DCS) are essential for preventing and correcting post-traumatic physiological derangements to minimize bleeding until hemostasis is achieved.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2024 • May 1, 2024
This study investigates the feasibility and impact of home-based rehabilitation for individuals with functional motor-incomplete (AIS-D) traumatic spinal cord injuries (tSCI). It proposes clinical cri...
KEY FINDING: A significant proportion (37.9%) of individuals with AIS-D tSCI met the criteria for home-based rehabilitation after acute care.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2024 • January 1, 2024
This study assessed peri-operative neurological improvements after acute TSCI and determined their relationship with long-term neurological outcomes, measured 6–12 months following the injury. Our res...
KEY FINDING: Early peri-operative neurological improvement occurred in 18 of the 142 study participants (12.7%) while AIS grade deterioration occurred in 6 individuals.