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SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM


8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Pre-Course Program:
“Around the World Experience with Cervical and Lumbar Total Disc Replacement”

Moderator: Scott L. Blumenthal, MD, PhD

Total disc replacement has been in use for more than 20 years. On the continents of Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa, and Australia there are surgeons with high levels of experience with these devices and literature reporting good results, yet disc replacement has not gained universal acceptance as a treatment for painful disc degeneration. There are also reports expressing concern about wear debris and other complications.

After the presentations, there will be a question and answer session during which the audience will be encouraged to ask questions to the speakers.

Panel:

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

      

Introduction:

Scott Blumenthal, MD

 

Europe: (Where It All Began)

Michael Mayer, MD

 

North America:

Scott Blumenthal, MD

 

South America:

Luiz Pimenta, MD, PhD

 

Asia:

C.K. Park, MD, PhD

 

Africa:

Louis J. Nel, MD

 

Australia:

Matthew Scott-Young, MD

 

Patient Community Perspective:

Richard Longland

Discussion Panel:

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 AM

  • •.Tai Friesem, MD  

  • •.J.J. Abitbol, MD  

  • •.Rudolf Bertagnoli, MD  

  • •.Richard Guyer, MD  

The objectives of this course are as follows:

  • •.Evaluate the favorable and unfavorable findings reported for lumbar total disc replacement  

  • •.Identify barriers to general acceptance to the use of this intervention  

  • •.Describe variation by continent of the acceptance and use of lumbar disc replacement  

  • •.Understand different approaches and thought processes regarding Cervical and Disc Replacement  

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Committee Meetings

9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. - Break

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - MIS I

Moderators:  Jim Schwender, MD; Ali Araghi, MD

11:00 a.m. - 11:06 a.m.
Abstract:  420
The Lumbosacral Plexus and the TransPsoas Approach to the Interverebral Disc Space: A Cadaveric Study. Is There a "Safe Zone"?
T. Davis1, H. Bae1, A. Rasouli1, R. Delamarter1
1The Spine Institute, Santa Monica, CA, United States

11:07 a.m. - 11:13 a.m.
Abstract:  86
Radiofrequency (RF) Kyphoplasty in Comparison to (VP) Vertebroplasty - Clinical and Radiological Results - A Three Months Prospective Evaluation
R. Pflugmacher1, T. Randau1, K. Kabir1, D. Wirtz1
1Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Klinik und Poliklinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Bonn, Germany

11:14 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Abstract:  145
Surgical Anatomy of Lumbar Dorsal Ramus and Its Significance in Nondiscogenic Axial Back Pain and Dorsal Endoscopic Rhizotomy
A. Yeung1, Y. Zheng1
1Desert Institute for Spine Care, Phoenix, AZ, United States

11:21 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - DISCUSSION

11:31 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.
Abstract:  164
A Comparison of 2-level Lumbar Fusions Using Minimally Invasive (XLIF) vs Open (PLIF)
W. Taylor1, K. Malone2, W.B. Rodgers3, E.J. Gerber3
1 UCSD Thornton Hospital, LaJolla, California, United States, 2NN1 Research Foundation, Las Vegas, NV, USA, 3SpineMidwest, Inc., Jefferson City, MO, United States

11:38 a.m. - 11:44 a.m.
Abstract:  193
Comparing of Percutanious-TLIF, Open-TLIF and PLIF for Treating Two-level Lumbar Disorders
C.H. Kao1, C.W. Lo2
1CHI-MEI Foundation Hospital, Department of Surgery, Yung Kang City, Tainan, Taiwan, Republic of China, 2CHI-MEI Foundation Hospital, Department of Orthopedics, Yung Kang City, Tainan, Taiwan, Republic of China

11:45 a.m. - 11:51 a.m.
Abstract:  467
A Comparison of Unilateral and Bilateral Laminotomies for Decompression of L4-5 Spinal Stenosis
S.W. Hong1, K.Y. Choi2, S.H. Lee2
1Wooridul Spine Hospital, Orthopedic Surgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of, 2Wooridul Spine Hospital, Neurosurgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of

11:52 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - DISCUSSION

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Advocacy Lunch

1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. - Symposium I:  MIS:  Where Does It Fit Into My Practice?”

Moderator: Jim Schwender, MD

Objectives: The symposium will highlight surgical techniques, tips, and pearls of state-of-the-art MIS surgical techniques. The goal is to provide key insights that allow for successful application of MIS technology.

  • •.Anatomy of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Wolfgang Rauschning, MD, PhD  

  • •.MIS Decompression: Carl Lauryssen, MD  

  • •.MIS TLIF for Spondylolisthesis: Kern Singh, MD  

  • •.MIS Lateral Approach for Scoliosis: Joseph Riina, MD  

  • •.Advanced Techniques for Common Painful conditions of the Lumbar Spine: Anthony Yeung, MD  

  • •.MIS Complications and Avoidance: Isador Lieberman, MD MBA FRCSC  

Q and A

MIS Case Presentations/Discussion Moderator: Neel Anand, MD

Panel: Kevin Foley, MD; Choll Kim, MD, PhD, William Taylor, MD

2:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. - SAS Business Meeting

2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - MIS II

Moderators:  Choll Kim, MD, PhD; Larry Khoo, MD

2:45 p.m. - 2:51 p.m.
Abstract:  45
Minimally Invasive TLIF with Pedicle Screws for the Treatment of Degenerative Lumbar Spinal Disorders
T. Julien1, J. Manon1, C. Sedney1, J. Mills1, J. Orphanos1
1West Virginia University, Neurosurgery, Morgantown, WV, United States

2:52 p.m. - 2:58 p.m.
Abstract:  337
AxiaLIF(r) Complications in 285 Consecutive Cases
W.D. Smith1, K. Malone1, W.B. Rodgers2, J. Patterson2
1Nevada Neurosciences Institute Research Foundation, Research, Las Vegas, NV, United States, 2Spine Midwest Research, Jefferson City, MO, United States

2:59 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
Abstract:  473
Mini-open Lateral Transpsoatic Lumbar Discectomy and Interbody Fusion: Technique and Results
M.P. Lambat1, G.A. Fantini2, F.P. Girardi1, A.A. Sama1, F.P. Cammisa, Jr1
1Hospital for Special Surgery/Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, United States, 2Hospital for Special Surgery/Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Orthopaedic Surgery/Vascular, New York, NY, United States

3:06 p.m. - 3:12 p.m.
Abstract:  457
Long-term Prospective Multi-center Clinical Cohort Evaluation of the AxiaLIF® Procedure
T. Raley1,2,3, P.C. Gertzen4, W.D. Tobler5, H.E. Aryan6, C.P. Ames7, W. Daniel Bradley8
1Virginia Hospital Center, Orthopaedics, Arlington, VA, United States, 2Georgetown University, Washington, DC, United States, 3INOVA Hosptial System, Alexandria, VA, United States, 4University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, United States, 5Mayfield Clinic, Cincinnati, OH, United States, 6University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, United States, 7University of California San Diego, San Francisco, CA, United States, 8Texas Back Institute, Dallas, TX, United States

3:13 p.m. - 3:19 p.m. - DISCUSSION

3:20 p.m. - 3:26 p.m.
Abstract:  7
Minimally Invasive Treatment of Thoracolumbar Fractures
T. Julien1
1West Virginia University, Neurosurgery, Morgantown, WV, United States

3:27 p.m. - 3:33 p.m.
Abstract:  188
Effectiveness of Vertebral Augmented and Screw Reinforced Posterior Short Segment Fixation for Thoracolumbar Burst Fractures
H.S. Kim1, K.H. Jeon1, W.J. Choi1, K.T. Kim1, C.I. Ju2, S.W. Kim2, S.M. Lee2, H. Shin2
1Hurisarang Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery, Daejeon City, Korea, Republic of, 2Chosun University Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery, Gwangju City, Korea, Republic of

3:34 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.
Abstract:  413
Mid to Long Term, 1 to 2 Year Clinical and Functional Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Surgery for Scoliosis
N. Anand1, R. Rosemann1, B. Khalsa2, E. Baron1
1Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Spine Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 2University of California, School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, United States

3:41-3:47
Abstract:  329
Deformity in Adults: Outcomes of Minimally-invasive Surgical Treatment (XLIF) out to 42 Months Post-op. An South American Case Series
H. Nicola1, M. Dasilva2, L. Pimenta3
1Hospital San Juan de Dios, Spinal Surgery, Caracas, DC, Venezuela, 2Clinica Sanatrix, Caracas, DC, Venezuela, 3Hospital Santa Rita, Spine Surgery, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil

3:48 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - DISCUSSION

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Oral Poster Presentations

Session I:  Room 206

Moderator:  J.J. Abitbol, MD

Posterior Dynamic Stabilization And Facet Replacement

4:00-4:03; Discussion: 4:03-4:06
Abstract:  127
Minimum Two-year Follow-up of Cases with Recurrent Disc Herniation Treated with Microdecompression and Posterior Dynamic Transpedicular Stabilization

T. Kaner1, M. Sasani2, T. Oktenoglu2, A.F. Ozer2
1Pendik State Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, 2American Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey

4:06-4:09; Discussion:  4:09-4:12
Abstract:  180
Stratification by Indication Analysis of the Dynesys® Dynamic Stabilization System IDE Study 24-month Results

J.H. Maxwell1, W. Welch2, R. Davis3, A. Menzie4
1Scottsdale Spine Care, Scottsdale, United States, 2University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, United States, 3Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Baltimore, United States, 4Zimmer Spine, Minneapolis, United States

4:12-4:15; Discussion:  4:15-4:18
Abstract:  265
The Role of Facet Contact in Reducing Intervertebral Shear During Simulated Standing

S.A. Rundell1,2, S.M. Kurtz2,4, J. Isaza3, S. Guillory3, J. Day4
1Exponent, Inc, Detroit, MI, United States, 2Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 3Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, 4Exponent, Inc, Philadelphia, PA, United States

4:18-4:21; Discussion: 4:21-4:24
Abstract:  415
Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with a Total Posterior Arthroplasty Prosthesis versus Posterior Lumbar Fusion: A Prospective Report on 145 Patients

L. Pimenta1, R. Hes2, A. Hamzaoglu3, P. McAfee4, R. Banco4, Y. Anekstein5, A. Cappuccino6, D. Coric7, C. Comey8,  S. Robbins9, F. Geisler10, P. Slosar11, A. Schwartz12, G. Girasole13, P. Ullrich14, J. Yue15, J. Regan16, L. Khoo17, C. Lauryssen18, J. Miles19, P. Asdourian20, K. Gill21, J. Small22
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, Sao Paolo, Brazil, 2Middleheim Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium, 3Florence Nightingale Hospital, Orthopedics, Istanbul, Turkey, 4The Boston Spine Group, Newton, MA, United States, 5Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel, 6Buffalo Spine Surgery, Lockport, NY, United States, 7Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates, Charlotte, NC, United States, 8New England Neuro Associates, Springfield, MA, United States, 9Milwaukee Spinal Specialists, Milwaukee, WI, United States, 10Illinois Neuro-Spine Center, Aurora, IL, United States, 11SpineCare Medical Group, Daly City, CA, United States, 12Orthopedic Spine Care of Long Island, Melville, NY, United States, 13Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center, Trumbull, CT, United States, 14NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin, Appleton, WI, United States, 15Yale University, New Haven, CT, United States, 16Spine Group Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, CA, United States, 17LA Spine Clinic, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 18Tower Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Spine Institute, Beverly Hills, CA, United States, 19Columbia Orthopaedic Group, Columbia, MO, United States, 20Greater Chesepeake Orthopedic Associates, Baltimore, MD, United States, 21Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, United States, 22The Center for Spinal Disorders, Temple Terrace, FL, United States

Nucleus Replacement and Anulus Repair

4:24-4:27; Discussion: 4:27-4:30
Abstract:  285
The Effect of Anular Repair on Sciatica Patients Receiving a Micro-discectomy Procedure

A. Araghi1, C.E.Sugden2
1Texas Back Institute, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 2Anulex Technologies Inc., Minnetonka, MN, United States

4:30-4:33; Discussion: 4:33-4:36
Abstract:  208
Prospective, Randomized Controlled Study of Repairing the Anulus Fibrosus after Lumbar Discectomy: A Single Surgeon’s Experience

A. Bailey1, J. Messer2
1Heartland Spine and Specialty Hospital, Overland Park, KS, United States, 2Anulex Technologies Inc., Minnetonka, MN,   United States

4:36-4:39; Discussion:  4:39-4:42
Abstract:  197
Reoperation Rates after Microdiscectomy with and without Anular Repair

L. Guyot1, S.L. Griffith2
1Genesys Regional Medical Center, Grand Blanc, MI, United States, 2Anulex Technologies Inc., Minnetonka, MN, United States

4:42-4:45; Discussion:  4:45-4:48
Abstract:  483
Two Year Follow-up Results of NUBAC, a Peek on Peek Nucleus Replacement Device: A Prospective Worldwide Multi-center Clinical Study
H. Yuan1, D. Coric2, M. Songer3, L. Pimenta4, A. Reyes-Sanchez5, D. Werner6, M. Balsano7, U. Agrillo8, A. Bucciero9
1Syracuse Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY, United States, 2Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates, Charlotte, NC, United States, 3Orthopaedic Surgery Associates of Marquette, Marquette, MI, United States, 4Clinica Mattos Pimenta, Sao Paolo, Brazil, 5Division de Cirugia Especial Instituo Ortopedia, Mexico City, Mexico, 6Arcade Clinic, Niederschmalkaden, Germany, 7Ospedale di Thiene, Thiene, Italy, 8Ospedale Sandro Pertini, Rome, Italy, 9Clinica Pineta Grande, Casturno, Italy

4:48-4:51; Discussion: 4:51-4:54
Abstract:  411
Disc Herniation Induces 55% Increase in Load of Key Stabilizing Muscle – Impact on Herniation Treatment Devices?

B. Robie1, S. Dendorfer2, J. Rasmussen3, S. Tørholm2
1ARO Medical, LLC, Glen Rock, NJ,United States, 2AnyBody Technology, Aalborg, Denmark, 3Aalborg University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Aalborg, Denmark

Session II:  Room 207

Moderator:  Carl Lauryssen, MD

Cervical TDR

4:00-4:03; Discussion:  4:03-4:06
Abstract:  375

Improved Assessment of MRI Artifact Following Cervical Total Disc Arthroplasty
A.H. Fayyazi1, D. Svach2, S. Hanson2, J. Chen3, J. Taormina3, N.R. Ordway3
1VSAS Orthopedics, Allentown, PA, United States, 2Synthes Spine, West Chester, PA, United States, 3SUNY Upstate Medical University, Orthopedic Surgery, Syracuse, NY United States

4:06-4:09; Discussion: 4:09-4:12
Abstract:  107
Prospective, Controlled Results of Patients Treated with Expanded Indications for ProDisc®-C

M.E. Janssen1, R. Delamarter2
1Center for Spinal Disorders, Thornton, CO, United States, 2The Spine Institute at St John's Health Center, Santa Monica, CA, United States

4:12-4:15; Discussion: 4:15-4:18
Abstract:  37
The Clinic Result of Bryan Artificial Disc Single Level Replacement for the Cervical Disc Degenerative Diseases: Two-year Follow-up

R. Shi1 , L. Hao1, R. Shi1, T. Hu1, X. Zhao1, X. Liu1
1West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Department of Orthopedic, Chengdu, China

4:18-4:21; Discussion: 4:21-4:24
Abstract:  352
SECURE®-C Cervical Artificial Disc IDE: Two Year Clinical Outcomes

J. McConnell1, J. Marzluff2, J. Highsmith2, C.R. Tomaras3, T.J.Morrison3, I. Volcan4, A. Goodrich4, P. Asdourian5
1Lehigh Valley Medical Center, Allentown, PA, United States, 2Trident Medical Center, Charleston, SC, United States, 3Northside Hospital, Atlanta, GA, United States, 4Doctor's Hospital, Augusta, GA, United States, 5Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD, United States

4:24-4:27; Discussion: 4:27-4:30
Abstract:  470
In vivo versus in vitro Normal Cervical Sagittal Plane Biomechanics

N.R.Crawford1, N. Wharton2, P.M. Reyes1, J.A. Hipp2
1Barrow Neurological Institute, Spinal Biomechanics, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 2Medical Metrics, Inc, Houston, TX, United States

4:30-4:33; Discussion: 4:33-4:36
Abstract:  495
In-vivo Kinematic Comparison of Prodisc-C, Prestige LP and Bryan Cervical Disc

N. Duggal1, I. Kowalczyk2, D. Rabin2
1University of Western Ontario, Clinical Neurological Sciences, London, Canada, 2University of Western Ontario, London, Canada

4:36-4:39; Discussion: 4:39-4:42
Abstract:  159
Biomechanical Comparison of Multi-level Cervical Disc Arthroplasty versus Fusion: ProDisc-C versus Prestige-LP

D.J. DiAngelo1, L.J. Gilmour1, J.S. Schwab1, K.T. Foley2, J.W. German2, B.P. Kelly1
1The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department of Biomedical Engineering and Imaging, Memphis, TN, United States, 2The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department of Neurosurgery, Memphis, TN, United States

4:42-4:45; Discussion: 4:45-4:48
Abstract:  267
Comparative Analysis of Radiographic, Clinical, and Surgical Outcome in Cervical Arthroplasty in Terms of Numbers of Involved Level

C.W. Lee1, K.J. Yoon1, S.S. Ha1, J.K. Kang1
1St. Peter's Hospital, Neurosurgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of

Session III:  Room 208

Moderators:  Robert Havey, BS; William Sears, MD

Lumbar TDR

4:00-4:03; Discussion:  4:03-4:06
Abstract:  272
Disc Height Distraction Increases Range of Motion and Impingement Risk in Fixed and Mobile Bearing Total Disc Replacements

S.A. Rundell1,2, R. Siskey3, J. Isaza4, S.M. Kurtz2,5
1Exponent, Inc, Detroit, MI, United States, 2Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 3Exponent, Inc, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 4Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, 5Exponent, Inc., Philadelphia, PA, United States

4:06-4:09; Discussion:  4:09-4:12
Abstract:  191
Influence of the Testing Frequency on the Wear Rates of the Prodisc-L Lumbar Disc Replacement
M. Bushelow1 , A. Kettler2, H.J. Wilke3
1Synthes Spine, West Chester, PA, United States  ,2SpineServ GmbH & Co. KG, Ulm, Germany,3Institute for Orthopaedic Research an Biomechanics, Ulm, Germany

4:12-4:15; Discussion:  4:15-4:18
Abstract:  239
Partial Annulus Fibrosus Preservation Facilitates Restoration of Biomechanics in Lumbar Spinal Segments Treated with Artificial Disc Replacement

U.M. Ayturk1, C.M. Puttlitz1, V. Patel2,
1Colorado State University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Fort Collins, CO, United States, 2University of Colorado, Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, Denver, CO, United States

4:18-4:21; Discussion:  4:21-4:24
Abstract:  70
Biomechanical Evaluation of a Single Level Selectively Constrained Anterior PEEK Lumbar Disc and Its Effect on Adjacent Level Kinematics: An in-vitro Cadaveric Study

T.K. Daftari1, S.R. Chinthakunta2, M. Gudipally2, M. Hussain2, S. Khalil2
1WellStar Kennestone Hospital, Orthopaedics, Atlanta, GA, United States, 2Globus Medical Inc, Research, Audubon, PA, United States

4:24-4:27; Discussion:  4:27-4:30
Abstract:  453
Effects of Testing Parameter Perturbations in the ISO Standard for Wear of the ProDisc-L Total Disc Replacement

C.M. Goreham-Voss1, T.D. Brown1, R.M. Hall2, J. Fisher2
1The University of Iowa, Orthopaedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, Iowa City, IA, United States, 2University of Leeds, Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering, Leeds, United Kingdom

4:30-4:33; Discussion:  4:33-4:36
Abstract:  279
Biomechanics of Disc Arthroplasty. What Can Be Done to Improve Results - Present and Future Perspectives

L. Pimenta1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, Neurosurgery, San Diego, CA, United States, 3Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Radiology, São Paulo, Brazil

4:36-4:39; Discussion:  4:39-4:42
Abstract:  51
Direct Comparison of Two Lumbar Total Disc Replacement Devices: Results from a Prospective, Randomized, Multicenter FDA-regulated Trial

A.Cappuccino1, R.D. Guyer2, K. Pettine3, R.Q. Knight4, T.A. Dimmig5, D. Coric6,  P.C. McAfee7, C.R. Gordon8, R.A. Buckley9, P. Nunley10, F.H. Geisler11, T.A.Peppers12, J.R.Rappaport13, C. Lauryssen14, G. Dix15, W.K. Cheng16, S. Hu17, Y.P. Lee18, F.D. Bitan19, R. Bains20
1Buffalo Spine Surgery,Lockport, NY, United States,  2Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States, 3Rocky Mountain Associates in Orthopedic Medicine, Loveland, CO, United States, 4Orthopedics International Spine, Seattle, WA, United States, 5Triangle Orthopedics Associates, Durham, NC, United States, 6Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates, 7Orthopaedic Associates, P.A., Towson, MD, United States, 8Gordon Spine Associates, Tyler, TX, United States,  9Slocum Dickson Medical Group, New Hartford, NY, United States, 10Spine Institute of Louisiana, Shreveport, LA, United States, 11Illinois Neuro-Spine Center, Aurora, IL, United States, 12CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center, Encinitas, CA,  United States, 13Sierra Regional Spine Institute, Reno, NV, United States, 14Tower Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Beverly Hills, CA, United States, 15Maryland Brain and Spine Center, Annapolis, MD, United States, 16Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, United States, 17University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States, 18University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, United States, 19Manhattan Orthopaedics, P.C., New York, NY, United States, 20Kaiser Oakland Spine Surgery, Oakland, CA, United States

4:42-4:45; Discussion:  4:45-4:48
Abstract:  124
Results from the Prospective, Randomized, Multicenter IDE Study of 2-level ProDisc®-L: Randomized Patients versus Continued Access Patients at 2 Years

M.E. Janssen1, J.E. Zigler2, R. Delamarter3, M.A. . Krop3 ,R.A. Balderston4, J.M. Spivak5, J.A. Goldstein5 ,R.J. Linovitz6, J.F. Zucherman7, J.J. Yue8, T.T. Haider9, S.H. Kitchel10, F.P. Cammisa11, G.O. Danielson12, D. Geiger13, R. Watkins14, H. Yuan15, J.E. Sherman16, H.N. Herkowitz17
1Center for Spinal Disorders, Thornton, CO, United States, 2Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States, 3The Spine Institute at St John's Health Center, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 4Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 5NYU/Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, United States, 6CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center, Encinitas, CA, United States, 7St Mary's Spine Center, San Francisco, CA, United States, 8Yale University, New Haven, CT, United States, 9Haider Spine Center Medical Clinic, Inc, Riverside, CA,  United States, 10Orthopedic Spine Associates, LLC, Eugene, OR, United States, 11Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, United States, 12Texas Spine and Joint Hospital, Tyler, TX, United States, 13Michigan Brain & Spine Institute PC, Ypsilanti, MI, United States, 14Watkins Spine Group, Marina Del Ray, CA, United States, 15SUNY Syracuse, Syracuse, NY, United States, 16Twin Cities Orthopedics, Edina, MN, United States, 17William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI, United States

4:48-4:51; Discussion:  4:51-4:54
Abstract:  231
A Prospective Clinical Comparison of 3 Biomechanical Types of Lumbar Disc Replacements: A Semi-constrained Device, a Controlled Translation Device, and an Unconstrained Device Minimum 2 Year Follow-up

J.J. Yue1, R. Ramachandran1 , R. Garcia2
1Yale University School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, New Haven, CT, United States, 2Aventura Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, Aventura, FL United States

4:54-4:57; Discussion:  4:57-5:00
Abstract:  295
Prospective Randomized Study of Interpedicular Motion Pre and Post Lumbar TDR: Comparison of Unconstrained, Semi-constrained, and Constrained TDR Designs

R. Garcia1, J. Yue2, P. Newman3, N. Wharton3, J. Hipp3
1Orthopedic Care Center, Aventura, FL, United States, 2Yale University School of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, New Haven, CT, United States, 3Medical Metrics, Inc, Houston, TX, United States

5:00-5:03; Discussion:  5:03-5:06
Abstract:  480
Effect of Total Lumbar Disc Replacement on Segmental and Lumbar Sagittal Balance and Movement

R. Sinigaglia1,2, U. Nena2, D.A. Fabris Monterumici2
1Padua University, Padova, Italy, 2Padua University Hospital, Padua, Italy

Session IV: Room 209

Moderator:  Scott Hodges, DO

Complications and MIS

4:00-4:03; Discussion:  4:03-4:06
Abstract:  277
Evaluation of Hip Flexion Strength Following Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion: Is the Psoas Muscle Seriously Injured?

H. Ghofrani1, Y.P. Lee1, G.J. Regev1, M. Gulian1, S.R.Garfin1 , C.W. Kim2
1University of California, Orthopaedic Surgery, San Diego, CA, United States, 2Alvarado Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, San Diego, CA, United States

4:06-4:09; Discussion:  4:09-4:12
Abstract:  123
Complications Associated with Axial Lumbar Interbody Fusion
E.M. Lindley1 , M. Mccullough1, C. Brown1, E.L. Burger1, V.V. Patel1
1University of Colorado Denver, Orthopaedics, Aurora, CO, United States

4:12-4:15; Discussion:  4:15-4:18
Abstract:  233
The Subsidence Rate in XLIF Osteoporotic Patients in Standalone Procedures

L. Pimenta1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1,3, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, Neurosurgery, San Diego, United States, 3Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Radiology, São Paulo, Brazil

4:18-4:21; Discussion:  4:21-4:24
Abstract: 146
The Surgical Anatomy of Lumbar Sympathetic, Autonomic, and Furcal Nerves: Their Significance in Selective Endoscopic Discectomy

A.T. Yeung1, Y. Zheng1
1Desert Institute for Spine Care, Phoenix, United States

4:24-4:27; Discussion:  4:27-4:30
Abstract:  377
Diagnosis and Treament of Nonunion of Osteoporotic Thoracolumbar Vertebral Fractures

H. Yang1, G. Wang1
1The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, China

4:30-4:33; Discussion:  4:33-4:36
Abstract:  323
Navigation-guided Pedicle Screw Placement: Can This Procedure Substitute the Conventional Use of Fluoroscopy in the Thoracic and Lumbar Spines?

K. S. Ryu1, K.Y. Lee1, H.J. Lee1, C.K. Park1
1Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, the Catholic University of Korea, Neurosurgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of

Session V:  Room 210

Moderator:  Michael Janssen, DO

Fusion and Miscellaneous

4:00-4:03; Discussion:  4:03-4:06
Abstract:  108
Quantification of Intradiscal Pressures below Thoracolumbar Spinal Fusion Constructs: Is There Evidence to Support “Saving a Level?”

B. Lonner1, J. Auerbach2, T. Errico2, A. Freeman3, D. Goerke3, B. Beaubien3
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, United States, 2Washington University School of medicine, St. Louis, MO, United States, 3Excelen Center for Bone and Joint Research and Education, Minneapolis, MN,
United States

4:06-4:09; Discussion:  4:09-4:12
Abstract:  119
Metanalysis of Class I and II Data on Results of Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion

K.A. Pettine1, L. Eisermann2
1The Spine Institute, Loveland, CO, United States, 2NuVasive, Inc, San Diego, CA, United States

4:12-4:15; Discussion:  4:15-4:18
Abstract:  60
Analysis of Change in Scores in Commonly Used Outcome Measures: What Can We Legitimately Assume about the Stability of Individual Patient Scores Based on Group Mean Scores?

D.D. Ohnmeiss1, R.D. Guyer2, S.L. Blumenthal2
1Texas Back Institute Research Foundation, Plano, TX, United States, 2Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States

4:18-4:21; Discussion:  4:21-4:24
Abstract:  115
Spine Surgery at an Ambulatory Surgery Center

K.A. Pettine1
1The Spine Institute, Loveland, CO, United States

4:24-4:27; Discussion:  4:27-4:30
Abstract:  235
Marked Improvement in Patients Treated with Vertebroplasty after Painful Osteoporotic Compression Fractures

H. Bae1, L.E.A. Kanim1, N. Gupta1, M. Kropf1, R. Delamarter1
1Spine Research Foundation, Santa Monica, CA, United States

4:30-4:33; Discussion:  4:33-4:36
Abstract:  169
The Feasibility of Radiation-free Diagnostic Monitoring in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Using a Novel, Upright Positional MRI Protocol

B. Lonner1, J. Auerbach2, L. Dean2, Y. Goldstein2
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, United States, 2Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, United States

4:36-4:39; Discussion:  4:39-4:42 
Abstract:  405
Histological Features of the Degenerating Intervertebral Disc in the Goat Disc-injury Model
H. An1, Y. Zhang1, B. Lenart1, S. Drapeau2, D. Markova3, D.G. Anderson3
1Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, United States, 2Medtronic Spinal Biologics, Memphis, TN, United States, 3Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, United States

4:42-4:45; Discussion:  4:45-4:48
Abstract:  263
Radiation to Surgeon’s Hands Wearing and Not Wearing Lead Gloves

A. Yeung1
1Desert Institute for Spine Care, Phoenix, United States

4:48-4:51; Discussion:  4:51-4:54
Abstract:  433
Mri-based Thickness Measurements of Lumbar Facet Joint Subchondral Bone
H. An1, C.Y. Duan1,2,N. Inoue1,A.A. Orías1, G.B. Andersson1, J. Hu2, H. Lu2
1Rush University Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, Chicago, IL, United States, 2Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Orthopaedic Surgery, Changsha, China

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Opening Reception/Transfer of Presidency

 

8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. - Lumbar TDR

Moderators:  Thomas Errico, MD; Matthew Scott-Young, MD

8:00 a.m. - 8:06 a.m.
Abstract:  195
ProDisc®-L Total Disc Replacement over Time: Five-to-eight Year Follow-up
R. Bertagnoli1
1Pro-Spine, Straubing, Germany

8:07 a.m. - 8:13 a.m.
Abstract:  132
Lumbar Disc Arthroplasty versus Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion: Five-year Outcomes for Patients in the Maverick® Disc IDE Study
M.F. Gornet1, J. Kenneth Burkus2, R.F. Dryer3, J.H. Peloza4
1The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, Spine Research Center, St. Louis, MO, United States, 2The Hughston Clinic, Columbus, OH, United States, 3Central Texas Spine Institute, Austin, TX, United States, 4Center for Spine Care, Dallas, TX, United States

8:14 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.
Abstract:  90
5-year Results of the Prospective, Randomized, Multicenter Food and Drug Administration Investigational Device Exemption Study of the ProDisc®-L Total Disc Replacement versus Circumferential Fusion for the Treatment of 2-level Degenerative Disc Disease
J.E. Zigler1 , R. Delamarter2, R.A. Balderston3, J.M. Spivak4, R.J. Linovitz5, J.F. Zucherman6, J.J. Yue7, T.T. Haider8, S.H. Kitchel9, F.P. Cammisa10, G.O. Danielson, III11, D. Geiger12, R. Watkins13, H. Yuan14, J.E. Sherman15, H.N. Herkowitz16, M.A  Kropf1, J.A. Goldstein4
1Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States, 2The Spine Institute at St. John’s Health Center, Santa Monica, CA, United States,  3Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 4NYU/Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, United States, 5CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center, Encinitas,CA, United States, 6St Mary's Spine Center, San Francisco, CA, United States, 7Yale University, New Haven, CT, United States, 8Haider Spine Center Medical Clinic, Inc, Riverside, CA, United States, 9Orthopedic Spine Associates, LLC, Eugene, OR, United States, 10Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, United States, 11Texas Spine and Joint Hospital, Tyler, TX, United States, 12Michigan Brain & Spine Institute PC, Ypsilanti, MI, United States, 13Watkins Spine Group, Marina Del Ray, CA, United States, 14SUNY Syracuse, Syracuse, NY, United States, 15Twin Cities Orthopedics, Edina, MN, United States, 16William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI, United States

8:21 a.m. - 8:27 a.m.
Abstract:  120
Prospective Evaluation of the Charite™ Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement with Minimum Three-year Follow up
K.A.Pettine1
1The Spine Institute, Loveland, CO, United States

8:28 a.m. - 8:34 a.m. - DISCUSSION

8:35 a.m. - 8:41 a.m.
Abstract:  221
FlexiCore® Disc Replacement vs. Fusion: Work Status and Pain Medication Usage at Three Years Post-surgery
J. Zucherman1, E. Woodard2, C. Theofilos3, R. Sasso4
1St. Mary's Spine Center, San Francisco, CA, United States, 2The New England Baptist Bone and Joint Institute, Boston, MA, United States, 3Spine Center, Palm Beach Gdns, FL, United States, 4Indiana Spine Group, Indianapolis, IN, United States

8:42 a.m. - 8:48 a.m.
Abstract:  69
Results of Comparing X-ray Measurements Pre- and Two-years Postoperatively with DCRA Technique in a RCT between Fusion and TDR
S. Berg1, H. Tropp2, G. Leivseth3
1Stockholm Spine Center, Stockholm, Sweden, 2Linköpings Hälsouniversitet, Orthopedic Clinic, Linköping, Sweden, 3Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Institute of Clinical Neuroscience, Trondheim, Norway

8:49 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.
Abstract:  114
F.D.A. I.D.E. Prospective Randomized Comparison of Three Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacements (A.D.R.) with Minimum Three-year Follow up
K.A. Pettine1
1The Spine Institute, Loveland, CO, United States

8:56 a.m. - 9:02 a.m.
Abstract:  504
Cost-effectiveness of Lumbar Total Disc Replacement versus Lumbar Fusion
A. Tuschel1, M. Meissl1, M. Ogon1
1Orthopaedic Hospital Speising, Vienna, Spine Unit, Vienna, Austria

9:03 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. - DISCUSSION

9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Symposium II:  Cervical Disc Replacement Symposium”

Moderator: Rick Sasso, MD

Goal:  Overview of cervical motion preservation techniques.  This symposium will discuss appropriate indications and device selection for cervical reconstruction.

  • •.TDR, ACDF: Patient Selection – Decision Making. - Todd Albert, MD 

  • •.What are the Differences Between Types of Disc Replacements in Terms of Design and Surgical Techniques? - Jeff Goldstein, MD  

  • •.What have the World-wide Studies Shown Us? - Rick Sasso, MD 

  • •.Complications Avoidance and Management -  Paul Anderson, MD 

  • •.What will the Future Look Like? - Frank Phillips, MD 

10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.- BREAK

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Cervical/Deformity

Moderators:  Rudolf Bertagnoli, MD;  Paul Anderson, MD

11:00 a.m. - 11:06 a.m.
Abstract:  129
Axial Neck Pain after Cervical Laminoplasty
C.K. Chough1, J.Y. Oh1, C.K. Park1
1St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, College of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of

11:07 a.m. - 11:13 a.m.
Abstract:  299
CerviCore® vs. Fusion: Two Year Clinical Results and Pain Medication Usage at Five IDE Study Sites
R. Garcia1, N.M. Wright2, W.S. Edwards3, C.S Theofilos4, L.L.Thibodeau5
1Orthopedic Care Center, Aventura, FL,  United States, 2Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, United States, 3Pee Dee Spine Center, Florence, SC, United States, 4The Spine Center, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, United States, 5Neurosurgery Associates, Scarborough, ME, United States

11:14 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Abstract:  356
Prospective Study of Cervical Arthroplasty: 98 Patients from Three Separate IDE Studies from a Single Investigational Site with Minimum Two Year Follow-up
D. Coric1, J. Cassis1, J.D. Carew2, M.O. Boltes1
1Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates, Charlotte, NC, United States, 2Carolinas Healthcare System, R Stuart Dickson Institute for Health Studies, Charlotte, NC United States

11:21 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - DISCUSSION

11:31 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.
Abstract:  175
Prospective, Non-randomized, Multi-center Clinical Evaluation of Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) in the Treatment of Adult Scoliosis
K. Malone1, W.B. Rodgers2, A.G. Tohmeh3, J.A. Hyde4, K. Khajavi5
1 NNI Research Foundation, Las Vegas, NV, USA 2SpineMidwest, Inc., Jefferson City, MO, United States, 3Orthopaedic Specialty Clinic of Spokane, Spokane, WA, United States, 4South Florida Spine Institute, Miami Beach, FL, United States, 5Georgia Spine & Neurosurgical Institute, Decatur, GA, United States

11:38 a.m. 11:44 a.m.
Abstract: 67
Does Duration of Symptoms Affect the Outcome of Cervical Disc Replacement (TDA)?
A. Kasis1, R. Taranu1, L. Marshman1, T. Friesem1
1University Hospital of NorthTees, Spine Unit, Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom

11:45 a.m. – 11:51 a.m.
Abstract:  390
Changes in Coronal and Sagittal Plane Alignment after XLIF Procedure in the Treatment of Degenerative Scoliosis
L. Pimenta1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, CA, Neurosurgery, San Diego, CA, United States, 3Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Radiology, São Paulo, Brazil

11:52 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - DISCUSSION

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Industry Workshops

2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. - Symposium III: “Defining Value in Spine Care”

Moderator:  Frank Phillips, MD

  • •.How do we Define and Measure Value? - Steve Glassman, MD 

  • •.Value Assessment of New Spinal Technologies - Frank Phillips, MD 

  • •.Comparative Effectiveness: What does It Mean? - David Wong MD, MSc, FRCS(C) 

  • •.Value in Spine Care: The European Experience. - Rudolf Bertagnoli, MD 

  • •.The Value Case for Cervical TDR and ACDF -Todd Albert, MD  

3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. - BREAK

3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - World Café

Room #1 - Cervical World Café
Room #2 - Lumbar World Café
Room #3 - MIS World Café

The challenges of life in the 21st Century require us to find new ways to access the wisdom and intelligence inherent in groups both small and large. The need for collaboration, insight and coordinated action has never been greater.  At this year’s meeting, SAS is offering a new, innovative program that will be based around Cervical, Lumbar and MIS case studies developed by leaders in the spine industry, called a World Cafe.  The world café is an intensive round table discussion program that discusses a series of challenging case studies that will allow participants to confer on treatment options and protocols.

Participants must select either CERVICAL, LUMBAR or MIS cases to review, then after rounds of discussion, the group will gather to share and explore emerging outcomes, insights and learnings.

Learning Objectives:

  • •.Participants will be able to learn from each other by listening together for patterns, insights, and deeper questions relating to their case study. 

  • •.By cross-pollinating ideas and sharing thoughts, collective discoveries and outcomes will be developed and that are meaningful to studies outcome.   

5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. - Faculty Reception

8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. - Spinal Biologics/Annular Repair

Moderators:  Lisa Ferrara, PhD; Courtney Brown, MD

8:00 a.m. - 8:06 a.m.
Abstract:  248
BIOSTAT BIOLOGX® Intradiscal Fibrin Sealant Used for the Treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain Caused by Lumbar Internal Disc Disruption: Results of a 12 Month, Prospective Multicenter Pilot Study
K. Pauza1, W. Yin2, W. Olan3, J. Doerzbacher4
1Texas Spine and Joint Hospital, Interventional Spine, Tyler, TX, United States, 2Bellingham Spine, Bellingham, WA, United States, 3Potomac, Potomac, MA,United States, 4Spinal Restoration, Austin, TX, United States

8:07 a.m. - 8:13 a.m.
Abstract:  409
Cell Therapy with Human Umbilical Cord Blood-derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Intervertebral Disc Repair in Cultured Rabbit Disc Explants
H. An1, Y. Zhang1, D. Markova2, B. Saitta3, V. Markov1, M. Enomoto-Iwamoto2, A. Chee1, D.G. Anderson2
1Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, United States, 2Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 3Corriell Institute, Camden, NJ, United States

8:14 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.
Abstract:  406
Inflammatory Response in Intervertebral Disc Cells is Reduced by Fibrin Sealant
Z. Buser1, J. Liu1, D. Coughlin1, J.C. C Lotz1 ,K.J. Thorne2
1UCSF, Orthopaedic Surgery, San Francisco, CA, United States, 2Spinal Restoration Inc, Austin, TX, United States

8:21 a.m. - 8:27 a.m.
Abstract:  219
Preliminary Observations from a Prospective, Multi-center, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial Evaluating Anular Repair after Lumbar Discectomy
R. Guyer1, S. Blumenthal1, A. Bailey2, G. Amundson2, M. Chedid3, J.S. Gerdes4, J. Messer5, S.L. Griffith5, Anulex Anular Repair Clinical Investigators Group
1Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States, 2Heartland Spine and Specialty Hospital, Overland Park, KS, United States, 3Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI, United States, 4St Cloud Hospital, St Cloud, MN, United States, 5Anulex Technologies Inc., Minnetonka, MN, United States

8:28 a.m. - 8:34 a.m.
Abstract:  407
Effects of Local Anesthetic and Nonionic Contrast Agents on Bovine Intervertebral Disc Cells Cultured in Alginate
H. An1, J. Ren1, Y. Zhang1, A. Chee1,
1Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, United States

8:35 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. - DISCUSSION

8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. - Dr. Errico’s Presidential Address

9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. - Gov. Michael Leavitt, Dr. Uwe Reinhardt

10:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Break

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Cervical TDR

Moderators:  Jeff Goldstein, MD; Hansen Yuan, MD

11:00 a.m. - 11:06 a.m.
Abstract:  106
5-year Results of the Prospective, Randomized, Multicenter Food and Drug Administration Investigational Device Exemption ProDisc®-C Clinical Trial
R. Delamarter1, D. Murrey2, B. Darden2, M. Janssen3, J.A. Goldstein4, J. Zigler5, K.B. Tay6
1The Spine Institute at St John's Health Center, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 2OrthoCarolina Spine Center, Charlotte, NC, United States, 3Center for Spinal Disorders, Thornton, CO, United States, 4NYU/Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, United States, 5Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States, 6University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States

11:07 a.m. - 11:13 a.m.
Abstract:  55
A Prospective Randomized Comparison of Cervical Disc Replacement and Anterior Cervical Fusion: Combined Results from Five FDA IDE Trials from a Single Site
J.E. Zigler 1, A.M. Atanasov1, D.D Ohnmeiss1  , S.L. Blumenthal2, R.D. Guyer2, M.S. Hisey2
1Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States, 2Texas Back Institute Research Foundation, Plano, TX, United States

11:14 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Abstract:  302
2-level Cervical Disc Arthroplasty: Clinical Results from 6 Centers in a Prospective Randomized IDE Trial
T.H Lanman1, J.K. Burkus2, R. Dryer3, M. Gornet4, B. Gunter5, I. Canavati6
1Todd H Lanman, M.D., Beverly Hills, CA, United States, 2Hughston Clinic, Columbus, OH, United States, 3Central Texas Spine Institute, LLP, Austin, TX, United States, 4Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, United States, 5Columbia Neurosurgical, Columbia, SC, United States, 6Fort Wayne Neurological Center, Fort Wayne, IN, United States

11:21 a.m. - 11:27 a.m. - DISCUSSION

11:28 a.m. - 11:34 a.m.
Abstract:  294
The Effect of Cervical Total Disc Arthoplasty (TDA) Prosthesis Height on the Adjacent Disc Height, Range of Movement of the TDA and Cervical Lordosis
A. Kasis1, R. Taranu1, L. Marshman1, T. Friesem1
1University Hospital of NorthTees, Spine Unit, Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom

11:35 a.m. -11:41 a.m.
Abstract:  496
Cervical TDR with up to 3 Years of Follow-up: The Mobi-C® French Study
T. Dufour1, J. Beaurain2, P. Bernard3, J. Huppert4, J.P. Steib5, J.M. Vital6, T. Vila7, I. Hovorka8, J.M. Fuentes9, P. Dam-Hieu10, J. Stecken1
1CHR Orleans, Neurosurgery, Orleans, France, 2CHU Dijon, Neurosurgery, Dijon, France, 3CAD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Pessac, France, 4Clinique du Parc, Neurosurgery, Saint Etienne, France, 5CHU Strasbourg, Spine Surgery, Strasbourg, France, 6CHU Pellegrin Tripode, Bordeaux, France, 7LDR Medical, Orthopaedic Surgery, Troyes, France, 8CHU Nice, Orthopaedic Surgery, Nice, France, 9Clinique du Millenaire, Neurosurgery, Montpellier, France, 10CHU Brest, Neurosurgery, Brest, France

11:42 a.m. - 11:48 a.m.
Abstract: 322
Comparing of Hybrid Arthroplasty, Fusion Surgery and Total Disc Replacement for the Treating of Two-level Cervical Degenerative Disease
C.-H. Kao1
1CHI-MEI Foundation Hospital, Department of Surgery, Yung Kang City, Taiwan, Republic of China

11:49 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - DISCUSSION

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Industry Workshops

2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. - Symposium IV - “Avoiding Complications in Complex Spinal Surgery”

Moderator:  Gunnar Andersson, MD, PhD

  • •.Biomechanical considerations and limitations of motion preservation - Lisa Ferrara, PhD 

  • •.Complications and avoidance with posterior motion preservation devices - Paul McAfee, MD

  • •.Complications and avoidance with TDR - Jean-Charles Le Huec, MD, PhD 

  • •.Complications and avoidance in osteoporotic bone - Scott Blumenthal, MD 

  • •.Complications and avoidance in MIS surgery - Kern Singh, MD 

3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. - BREAK

3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Innovative Technologies

Moderators:  Thierry Marnay, MD; Jeff Fischgrund, MD

3:45 p.m. - 3:51 p.m.
Abstract:  458
Two Year Follow-up Results from the US IDE Feasibility of NUBAC, an Articulating PEEK on PEEK Nucleus Replacement Device
D. Coric1, J. Regan2, M.N. Songer3,4,5
1Charlotte Spine Center, Charlotte, NC, United States, 2Cedars Sinai Institute for Spinal Disorders, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 3Michigan Technological University, Mechanical Engineering, Houghton, MI, United States, 4Michigan State College of Human Medicine, Surgery, Lansing, MI, United States, 5Orthopaedic Surgery Associates of Marquette Orthopedics, Marquette, MI, United States

3:52 p.m. - 3:58 p.m.
Abstract:  250
Posterior Disc Arthroplasty: Clinical Results from a Prospective Study
T. Zorzi1 , A. Bucciero1, G.A. Piscopo1, G. Nicosia1, A. Zaccariello1
1Pineta Grande Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery, Castel Volturno, Italy

3:59 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.
Abstract:  227
A Long Term Clinical Experience with Three Different Nucleus Replacement Devices – Lessons Learned after 9 Years Follow up
L. Pimenta1,2, L. Marchi1, E. Coutinho1, L. Oliveira1,3
1Instituto de Patologia da Coluna, São Paulo, Brazil, 2University of California San Diego, Neurosurgery, San Diego, CA, United States, 3Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Radiology, São Paulo, Brazil

4:06 p.m. - 4:12 p.m.
Abstract:  161
50-Patient European Study of a Viscoelastic Total Disc Replacement
B. Rischke1, R.S. Ross2, B. Joellenbeck3
1DRK Kliniken Westend Berlin, Berlin, Germany, 2BUPA Hospital, Manchester, United Kingdom, 3Otto-Von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany

4:13 p.m. - 4:19 p.m. - DISCUSSION

4:20 p.m. - 4:26 p.m.
Abstract:  126
Modified Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy for the Diagnosis of Painful and Non-painful Lumbar Intervertebral Discs
D.S.  Bradford1, J.C. Lotz1, J. Peacock2, S. Hu1, J. Claude2, S.H.Berven1
1University of California San Francisco, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, San Francisco, CA, United States, 2Nocimed, Redwood City, CA, United States

4:27 p.m. - 4:33 p.m.
Abstract:  201
T1?-weighted MRI and Opening Discography Pressure are Quantitative Biomarkers of Disc Degeneration in Patients
P.M. Maurer1, A. Borthakur2, D.M. Elliott3, M. Fenty3, W.R.T. Witschey3, J. Yoder3, A. Singh3 13B Orthopaedics, Philadelphia, PA, USA, 2University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Center for Magnetic Resonance & Optical Imaging, Department of Radiology, Philadelphia, PA, USA 3University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Philadelphia, PA, USA

4:34 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.
Abstract:  489
Development of a Diamond Composite Material for Total Disc Replacement Bearings Enables Non-Congruent Articulations Emulating Physiologic Kinematics
J.K. Taylor1,2, B.N. Nguyen3, D. Harding4, G. Loesener4, V. Singh4, R. Dixon4, B.J. Pope4,
S. Despres5
1Sacramento VA Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, Loomis, CA, United States, 2Dimicron, Inc, Science and Technology, Orem, UT, United States, 3Dimicron, Inc., Spine Development, Orem, UT, United States, 4Dimicron, Inc., Research and Development, Orem, UT, United States, 5Dimicron, Inc., Engineering, Orem, UT, United States

4:41 p.m. - 4:47 p.m.
Abstract:  472
Accelerated Mitigation of Infection Due to Spinal Implants or Wound by Novel Photoactive Nanomats and Nanocoatings
R. Hershey1, A.M. Azad1,2, V. Goel2, A. Biyani2, N. Ebraheim2, H. Serhan3
1University of Toledo, Department of Chemical Engineering, Toledo, OH, United States, 2University of Toledo, Engineering Center for Orthopaedic Research Excellence (ECORE), Departments of Bioengineering and Orthopaedic Surgery Colleges of Engineering and Medicine, Toledo, OH, United States, 3DePuy Spine, Raynham, MA, United States

4:48 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - DISCUSSION

8:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. - Posterior Dynamic Stabilization

Moderators:  Stephen Hochschuler, MD; C.K. Park, MD, PhD

8:00 a.m. - 8:06 a.m.
Abstract: 353
Evaluation of Polyethyleneterephthalate (PET) Cords from Retrieved Posterior Dynamic Stabilization Systems

S.M. Kurtz1,2, A. Ianuzzi1,2, M. Olsen2 ,A. Ooij3, R. Ross4, T. Lanman5, J. Isaza6
1Exponent, Inc., Philadelphia, United States, 2Drexel University, Philadelphia, United States, 3University Hospital Maastricht, Maastricht, Netherlands, 4Hope Hospital, Manchester, United Kingdom, 5Center City Doctors Hospital, Beverly Hills, United States, 6Baton Rouge Orthopaedic Clinic, Baton Rouge, United States

8:07 a.m. - 8:13 a.m.
Abstract:  452
Interspinous Ligamentoplasty in the Treatment of Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
S.W. Hong1, K.H. Kim1, H.Y. Lee2, S.H. Lee2
1Wooridul Spine Hospital, Orthopedic Surgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of, 2Wooridul Spine Hospital, Neurosurgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of

8:14 a.m. - 8:20 a.m. - DISCUSSION

Moderators:  Steven Garfin, MD; Svante Berg, MD, PhD

8:21 a.m. - 8:27 a.m.
Abstract:  9
Survivorship Analysis of Interspinous Spacer for Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Disc Herniation
J.B. Park1, C. G. Kong1, H.Y. Won1
1The Catholic University of Korea, Uijeongbu, Korea, Republic of

8:28 a.m. - 8:34 a.m.
Abstract:  2
The Diam Interspinous Stabilization for Low Back Pain: 5 Years Follow-up
J. Buric1, M. Pulidori1
1CDC Villanova, Functional Unit for Spinal Surgery, Florence, Italy

8:35 a.m. - 8:41 a.m.
Abstract:  253
Functional Dynamic Stabilization in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with COFLEX® Interspineous Implant – Min. 3-yearResults
R. Bertagnoli1
1ProSpine, Straubing, Germany

8:42 a.m. - 8:51 a.m. - DISCUSSION

Moderators:  Steven Garfin, MD; Svante Berg, MD, PhD

8:52 a.m. - 8:58 a.m.
Abstract: 358
12-24 Month Results from a US IDE Trial Evaluating a Lumbar Posterior Dynamic Stabilization (PDS) System
N. Anand1, M. Lorio2, R. Rosemann1
1Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, United States, CA, 2Neuro-Spine Solutions, Bristol, TN, United States

8:59 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.
Abstract:  255
3-year Results from a Prospective, Randomized IDE Study of the Dynesys® Dynamic Stabilization System
R.J. Davis1, R. Delamarter2, J. Maxwell3, S. John4, W. William5, J. Wingate6
1Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Neurosurgery, Towson, MD; United States, 2The Spine Institute, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 3Scottsdale Spine Care, Scottsdale, AZ, United States, 4Twin Cities Orthopedics, Edina, MN, United States, 5University of Pennsylvania, Philidelphia, PA, United States, 6Spine Center, Warren, MI, United States

9:06 a.m. - 9:12 a.m.
Abstract: 155
Clinical Outcomes for Worldwide Cohort of 106 Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Patients Treated with ACADIA™
J.A. Youssef1, J.J. Regan2, R.F. Dryer3, C.A. Hartjen4, D.J. DiRisio5, W.B. Rodgers6, C.E. Oliveira7, R. Schoenmayr8, P.P. Varga9, K. Pettine10, A.L. Rhyne11, E.B. Laxer11, L.R. Spector11, M.P. Lorio12, J.J. Marzluff13, J.M. Highsmith13, K.A. Rahn14, R.M. Shugart14, A.D Tahernia15, C.J. Morgan16, T.B. Briggs16, J.F. Ferguson16, W. Ceola16, N. Anand17, R.B. Delamarter17, S.C. Humphreys18, S. Hodges18
1Spine Colorado, Durango, CO, United States, 2Spine Group Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, CA, United States, 3Central Texas Spine Institute, Austin, TX, United States, 4Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Baltimore, MD, United States, 5Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY, United States, 6Spine Midwest Research, Jefferson City, MO, United States, 7Hospital Servidor Publico Estadol, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 8HSK, Dr. Horst Schmidt Klinik, Wiesbaden, Germany, 9National Centre of Spine Surgery, Budapest, Hungary, 10The Spine Institute, Loveland, CO, United States, 11OrthoCarolina, Charlotte, NC, United States, 12Neuro-Spine Solutions, Bristol, TN, United States, 13Charleston Brain & Spine, Charleston, United States, 14Fort Wayne Orthopaedics, Fort Wayne, IN, United States, 15Desert Orthopedic Center, Rancho Mirage, CA, United States, 16Springfield Neurological & Spine Institute, Springfield, MO, United States, 17Cedar Sinai Spine Center, Santa Monica, CA, United States, 18The Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopedics, Chattanooga, TN, United States

9:13 a.m. - 9:17 a.m. - DISCUSSION

9:18 a.m. - 9:24 a.m.
Abstract:  172
Clinical Outcomes after Posterior Dynamic Transpedicular Stabilization with Limited Lumbar Discectomy: Carragee System Classification of Lumbar Disc Herniations
T. Kaner1, M. Sasani2, T. Oktenoglu2, A.F. Ozer2, M. Cosar3
1Pendik State Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, 2American Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, 3Canakkale 18 March University, Faculty of Medicine, Canakkale, Turkey

9:25 a.m. - 9:31 a.m.
Abstract:  301
Clinical Assessment of Adjacent Level Effects (ALE) Induced by Stabilimax Lumbar Posterior Dynamic Stabilization (PDS) Implant through Measurement of Range of Motion (ROM) and InterPedicular Travel (IPT)
S.H. Kitchel1, N.C. Wharton2, A.C. Khandha3
1Oregon Health and Sciences University, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Eugene, OR, United States, 2Medical University InnsbruckMetrics, Inc, Houston, TX, United States, 3Applied Spine Technologies, Rocky Hill, CT, United States

9:32 a.m. - 9:38 a.m.
Abstract:  251
Surgical Results of Non-fusion Stabilization with SSCS System for Degenerative Lumbar Spinal Diseases with Instability - Minimum 2 Year Follow-up
H. Ohta1, Y. Matsumoto1, U. Morishita1, G. Huang1, H. Kida1, Y. Takemitsu1
1Oita Orthopaedic Hospital, Orthopaedic, Oita, Japan

9:39 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. - DISCUSSION

9:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Awards Ceremony

10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. - BREAK

10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Symposium V

Show Me the Data:  Should We Be Operating on Low Back Pain?”

Moderator: Jeff Goldstein, MD

Case 1 - Single Level Degenerative Disc Disease

Pro/Yes: Matthew Gornet, MD
Con/No: Scott Hodges, DO

Case 2 - Degenerative Scoliosis

Yes: Frank Schwab, MD
No: Scott Kitchel, MD

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - LUNCH

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Lumbar TDR/Cervical TDR:  Lightning Round

Moderators:  Karin Büttner-Janz, MD, PhD; Scott Blumenthal, MD

1:00 p.m. - 1:04 p.m.
Abstract:  76
Clinical Results of Total Lumbar Disc Replacement Regarding to Various Aetiologies of the Disc Degeneration: A Study with a 2 Year Minimal Follow-up
B. Blondel1, P. Tropiano1, T. Marnay2
1Université de la Méditerranée, Orthopaedic Surgery, Marseille, France, 2Clinique du Parc, Orthopaedic Surgery, Montpellier, France

1:05 p.m. - 1:09 p.m.
Abstract:  471
Total Lumbar Disc Replacement: Comparison of Clinical and Radiological Outcomes between L4L5 and L5S1 Levels
J. Delécrin1, J. Allain2, J.P. Steib3, J. Beaurain4, T. Dufour5, J. Huppert6, H. Chataigner7, L. Aubourg8, J.M. Nguyen9
1University Hospital, Nantes, France, 2University Hospital, Creteil Paris, France, 3University Hospital, Strasbourg, France, 4University Hospital, Dijon, France, 5Hospital, Orléans, France, 6Clinique du Parc, St Etienne, France, 7Clinique, Besançon, France, 8LDR Medical, Troyes, France, 9University Hospital, Nantes, France

1:10 p.m. - 1:14 p.m.
Abstract:  307
Does the Presence and Location of Annular Defects Influence Clinical Outcomes Following Lumbar Total Disc Arthroplasty? A Prospective Study
J. Yue1, S. Hermenau1, C. Telles2, R. Ramachandran2
1Yale University School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, New Haven, CT, United States, 2Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, United States

1:15 p.m. - 1:19 p.m.
Abstract:  479
Comparison of Single Level L4-L5 versus L5-S1 Lumbar Disc Replacement: Results and Prognostic Factors
R. Sinigaglia1, U. Nena2, D.A. A Fabris Monterumici2
1Padua University, Padova, Italy, 2Padua University Hospital, Padua, Italy

1:20 p.m. - 1:24 p.m.
Abstract:  56
Cost Comparison of Total Disc Replacement vs. Fusion in Patients with Insurance Denial for Disc Replacement
D.D. Ohnmeiss1, C.S Hume1, R.D. Guyer2, J.E. Zigler2, S.L.  Blumenthal2
1Texas Back Institute Research Foundation, Plano, TX, United States, 2Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States

1:25 p.m. - 1:29 p.m.
Abstract:  58
Analysis of Adjacent Segment Re-operation Following Lumbar Total Disc Replacement
S.L. Blumenthal1, S. Rainey1, D.D. Ohnmeiss1 ,J.E. Zigler2, R.D. Guyer2
1 Texas Back Institute Research Foundation, Plano, TX, United States, 2 Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States

1:30 p.m. - 1:36 p.m. - DISCUSSION

1:37 p.m. - 1:41 p.m.
Abstract:  287
Effect of Operative Level and Lumbar TDR Design on Disc Height, Settling, and Subsidence: A Prospective Randomized Study Comparing an Unconstrained, Semi-constrained, and Constrained Implant
R. Garcia1, J. Yue2, P. Newman3, N. Wharton3, J. Hipp3
1Orthopedic Care Center, Aventura, FL, United States, 2Yale University School of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, New Haven, CT, United States, 3Medical Metrics, Inc, Houston, TX, United States

1:42 p.m. - 1:46 p.m.
Abstract:  306
The Influence of Total Disc Arthroplasty Baseplate Design on Anterior/Posterior Endplate Loading
A. Valdevit1,2 , K. Verma1, T. Errico1, A. Rajadhyaksha1, J. Kamerlink1, S. Xavier1, E. Knee2
1NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, United States, 2The Stevens Institute of Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Hoboken, NJ, United States

1:47 p.m. - 1:51 p.m.
Abstract:  82
Quantitative Comparison of UHMWPE Wear Particles Generated from ProDisc-L Total Disc Replacements Tested under ISO and ISO Plus Anterior-posterior Shear Inputs
J.L.Tipper1, R.E. Vicars1, J. Fisher1, E. Ingham1, R.M. Hall1, T.D. Brown2
1University of Leeds, Institute of Medical & Biological Engineering, Leeds, United Kingdom, 2University of Iowa, Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, Iowa City, IA, United States

1:52 p.m. - 1:56 p.m.
Abstract:  309
The Influence of Total Disc Arthroplasty Baseplate Design on Energy Transfer to the Vertebral Endplate
A. Valdevit1,2 , E. Knee1, J. Kamerlink2, Z. Fishkin2, S. Xavier2, A. Rajadhyaksha2, A. Ritter1, T. Errico2
1The Stevens Institute of Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Hoboken, NJ, United States, 2NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY, United States

1:57 p.m. - 2:01 p.m.
Abstract:  95
Blood Metal Ion Levels Following Implantation of the All-metal FlexiCore® Lumbar Intervertebral Disc Replacement, 24-36 Month Follow-up
J.R. Stieber1, T.J. Errico2, T. Bauer3, C. Whitaker4, G. Miz5, R. Sasso6
1St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, New York, NY, United States, 2NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Division of Spine Surgery, New York, NY, United States, 3The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Depts of Pathology, Orthopedic Surgery and the Spine Institute, Cleveland, OH, United States, 4Kansas Joint & Spine Institute, Wichita, KS, United States, 5Bone and Joint Physicians, Oak Lawn, IL, United States, 6Indiana Spine Group, Indianapolis, IN, United States

2:02 p.m. - 2:06 p.m.
Abstract:  165
Facet Joint Biomechanics at the Treated and Adjacent Levels after Total Disc Replacement
V.V. Patel1, S. Botolin1, E.L. Burger1, T. Baldini1, C. Puttlitz2, A. Petrella3, C. Abjornson4,
1University of Colorado Denver, Orthopaedics, Aurora, CO, United States, 2Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, CO, United States, 3Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO, United States, 4Synthes Spine, West Chester, PA, United States

2:07 p.m. - 2:13 p.m. - DISCUSSION

Moderators:  Anthony Fabrizi, MD, Rolando Garcia, MD

2:14 p.m. - 2:18 p.m.
Abstract:  315
The Predisposing Factors for the Heterotophic Ossification after Cervical Arthroplasty
S. Yi1
1Spine and Spinal Cord Institute,Yonsei University, College of Medicine, Neurosurgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of

2:19 p.m. - 2:23 p.m.
Abstract:  244
Heterotopic Ossification Following Cervical Total Disc Replacement: Iatrogenic or Constitutional?
C. K. Park1, K.S. Ryu2
1Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, the Catholic University of Korea, Department of Neurosurgery, Seoul, Korea, Republic of, 2Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, the Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea, Republic of

2:24 p.m. - 2:28 p.m.
Abstract:  300
A Comparison of Prodisc-C and Mobi-C Artificial Discs in Heterotopic Ossification after Cervical Arthroplasty
J.H. Shim1, C.K. Park1, H.J. Kim1, D.H. Lim1, D.C. Lee1, D.H. Kim1, J.K. Kim1, J.H. Hwang1
1The Leon Wiltse Memorial Hospital, Neurosurgery, Suwon, Korea, Republic of

2:29 p.m. - 2:35 p.m. - DISCUSSION

2:36 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.
Abstract:  74
Prospective, Randomized Study Comparing Cervical Total Disc Replacement to Anterior Cervical Fusion: Results from an FDA-regulated IDE Trial
R.D. Guyer1, C. Lauryssen2, D. Coric3, C. Gordon4, P. Nunley5, C. Carmody6, T.A. Dimmig7, W. Taylor8, R. Buckley9, J. Donner10, J. Rhee11, P.C. Gerszten12, P.J. Tortolani13, J. Rappaport14, R.Q. Knight15, G. Dix16, K.T. Foley17, F.D.  Bitan18, R. Bains19, H.N. Herkowitz20
1Texas Back Institute, Plano, TX, United States, 2Tower Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Beverly Hills, CA, United States, 3Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates, Charlotte, NC, United States,  4Gordon Spine Associates, Tyler, TX, United States, 5Spine Institute of Louisiana, Shreveport, LA, United States, 6Plano Orthopedic Sports Medicine and Spine Center, Plano, TX, United States, 7Triangle Orthopedics Associates, Durham, NC, United States, 8University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA, United States, 9Slocum Dickson Medical Group, New Hartford, CT, United States, 10Rocky Mountain Associates in Orthopedic Medicine, Loveland, CO, United States, 11Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center, Atlanta, GA, United States, 12University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, United States, 13Orthopaedic Associates, P.A., Towson, MD, United States, 14Sierra Regional Spine Institute, Reno, NV,  United States, 15Orthopedics International Spine, Seattle, WA, United States, 16Maryland Brain and Spine Center, Annapolis, MD, United States, 17Semmes-Murphey Clinic, Memphis, TN, United States, 18Manhattan Orthopaedics, P.C., New York, NY, United States, 19Kaiser Oakland Spine Surgery, Oakland, CA, United States, 20William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI United States

2:41 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Abstract:  66
The Correlation between Sagittal Alignment and the Outcome of Cervical Total Disc Replacement
A. Kasis1, R. Taranu1, L. Marshman1, T. Friesem1
1University Hospital of North Tees, Spine Unit, Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom

2:46 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Abstract:  425
Clinical Outcomes after Cervical Disc Arthroplasty for Axial Neck Pain vs. Radiculopathy/Myelopathy
M.F. Gornet1, J. Peloza2, J.K. Burkus3, B.A. Taylor4, R. Dryer5, R. Bertagnoli6
1The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, Spine Research Center, St. Louis, MO, United States, 2Center for Spine Care, Dallas, TX, United States, 3The Hughston Clinic, Columbus, OH, United States, 4The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, United States, 5Central Texas Spine Institute, Austin, TX, United States, 6ProSpine, ProSpine, Straubing, Germany

2:51 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - DISCUSSION

SAS Concludes