The Radiological Outcome of Thoracolumbar Spine Fracture Fixation in Short Vs Long Segment

Objectives: The study determined the radiological outcomes of short-segment vs. long-segment fixation thoracolumbar spine fractures.
 Materials and Methods: A total 322 patients (18 – 60 years) with fractures were included. Preoperative X-rays CT scans performed on all to determine integrity orientation pedicle. Cobb's approach was also used estimate kyphotic angle x-rays. posterior pedicle 65 screw in instances. Group (N = 161) received long segment at least two levels above below fractured vertebra, while B short screws placed broken level as well one level.
 Results: In A, mean age 38 years, length fracture 45 hours; B, 43 duration 46.354 hours. good outcome observed 115 (71.4%) group compared 103 (64%) B. (p-value: 0.049) a greater than 8 hours both groups (A: 75.5%; B: 58.1%).
 Conclusion: Short using provides comparable correction fixation.
 Keywords: Thoracolumbar Fractures, Segment, Long Radiological Outcome.