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Great Expectations: Really the Novel Predictor of Outcome After Spinal Surgery
Spine, 07/01/09

Mannion AF et al. - In this patient group, expectations of surgery were overly optimistic. Having one's expectations fulfilled was most important for a good outcome. The results emphasize the importance of assessing patient-orientated outcome in routine practice, and the factors that might influence it, such that realistic expectations can be established for patients before surgery.

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Bone Loss in Ankylosing Spondylitis: Does Syndesmophyte Formation Have an Influence on Bone Density Changes?
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Pain, 11/02/09 Relevance Score: 93%

Real-time ultrasound-guided spinal anesthesia in patients with a challenging spinal anatomy: two case reports
Acta Anaesthesiologica Scandinavica, 10/16/09 Relevance Score: 92%

Thromboprophylaxis in Patients with Acute Spinal Injuries: An Evidence-Based Analysis
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 11/03/09 Relevance Score: 91%