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Cadaver
Studies in the area of cadaver reported from University of New Mexico
August 23rd, 2008
According to recent research from the United States, "Cadaver study. To evaluate with direct observation the errors made when novice resident surgeons place thoracic pedicle screws." "To determine how many specimens need to be instrumented to assure an improvement in accuracy to currently published levels. Thoracic pedicle screw instrumentation has been shown to provide numerous benefits in spinal deformity surgery including 3 column fixation of the spinal elements, decreased need for thoracoplasty or anterior thoracic release and decreased operative time and blood loss. Three orthopaedic residents inexperienced in pedicle screw placement received an introductory...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2008-08-23)
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