健康成人における腰椎椎間孔の生体内3次元形状分析

STUDY DESIGN: In vivo 3-dimensional (3D) morphometric analysis of the lumbar foramen by using 3D computed tomographic models in normal subjects. OBJECTIVE: To describe foraminal geometry in an asymptomatic cohort measured in 3D. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA: Appropriate assessment of the complex 3D lumbar foraminal geometry is key to correct radiculopathy diagnosis and treatment planning. To the best of our knowledge, there is no other study that quantifies the normal lumbar foramen 3D geometry considering sex, age groups, and spinal levels in vivo. METHODS: Subject-based 3D computed tomographic lumbar models were created in 59 asymptomatic volunteers and foraminal height and width were measured on the basis of the model by custom software. The foraminal height and width were compared by sex, age, and lumbar level. RESULTS: Overall, the foraminal height decreased with age. However, although the foraminal height in males decreased with age at all spinal levels, the foraminal heights in females did not. The foraminal height was significantly larger in the upper lumbar levels in both sexes. The foraminal width in males was significantly smaller than in females for all age groups. The foraminal width in both sexes also decreased similarly with age. The foraminal widths at the lower lumbar levels were significantly smaller than those at the upper levels. Age-related foraminal width decreases were seen in all lumbar levels as well. CONCLUSION: This study described foraminal geometry in vivo in an asymptomatic cohort measured in 3D. Age-related foraminal height decrease was noticeable in males and in the lower lumbar levels. Age-related foraminal width decrease was shown in both sexes and in all lumbar levels. Such information can be used as baseline data for diagnosis of foraminal stenosis and treatment modality planning

Clinical evaluation of surgery for osteophyte-associated dysphagia using the functional outcome swallowing scale.

PURPOSE:To investigate the surgical outcome of patients with osteophyte-associated dysphagia (OAD) using the functional outcome swallowing scale (FOSS). METHODS:A retrospective chart review of 10 surgical cases of OAD (9 male and 1 female patient; mean age of 65 years) from 1982 to 2017 was performed, and radiographic evaluations were conducted by video fluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS) and conventional radiography. All OAD cases were treated at a single institution, and osteophytes were surgically resected by the anterior approach under gentle retraction of the affected esophagus. FOSS (0 for normal, 5 for worst) was used for clinical evaluations, and surgical complications were recorded. RESULTS:VFSS evaluation of OAD showed that the affected osteophyte was located at C4/5 in four patients, followed by C3/4 in three patients. The mean FOSS showed significant improvement from 2.5 preoperatively to 0.3 postoperatively, and no major surgical complications were recorded. Comorbidities were diabetes mellitus in four patients, ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament in three patients, and lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) in three patients. CONCLUSION:Surgical treatment of OAD was promising, and all patients showed clinical recovery. Evaluation of dysphagia using FOSS was easy and reliable for OAD management, and FOSS 2 might be a good indication for surgical intervention

Physical and radiographic features of degenerative retrolisthesis in Japanese female volunteers: an observational cohort study

Abstract Hundred and twenty four females with spondylolisthesis were divided into three groups (A group: anterolisthesis; P group: retrolisthesis; and AP group: antero-retrolisthesis), We reviewed their whole-spine radiographs and measured their standard sagittal parameters, including thoracic kyphosis (TK), pelvic incidence (PI), lumbar lordosis (LL), pelvic tilt (PT), and sacral slope (SS). The muscle strengths of the trunk flexor, trunk extensor, iliopsoas, and quadriceps were measured. Health-related quality of life was assessed using the Short Form 36-item Health Survey–physical component summary (SF-36 PCS). PI, SS, and LL-TK of participants in the P group were significantly lower than those in the A and AP groups (PI: P group vs. A group, p < 0.001, P group vs. AP group, p = 0.01), (SS: P group vs. A group, p = 0.001, P group vs. AP group, p = 0.003), (LL-TK: P group vs. A group, p < 0.001, P group vs. AP group, p = 0.049). TK of participants in the P and AP groups was greater than that of those in the A group. (P group vs. A group, p = 0.04, AP group vs. A group, p = 0.0025). The SF-36 PCS score in the P group was lower than that in the A and AP groups. (P group vs. A group, p = 0.004, P group vs. AP group, p = 0.012). The muscle strengths of the trunk flexor and trunk extensor and quadriceps in the P group were lower than those in the A groups. (Trunk flexor: P group vs. A group, p = 0.012), (Trunk extensor: P group vs. A group, p = 0.018), (Quadriceps: P group vs. A group, p = 0.011). In conclusion, female participants with degenerative retrolisthesis had a smaller PI and SS and a larger TK, along with decreased physical function and QoL scores than those with anterolisthesis

Clinical and demographic data and preoperative/postoperative FOSS scores.

<p>Clinical and demographic data and preoperative/postoperative FOSS scores.</p

Lateral radiographs of patient no. 4 obtained 9 and 17 years after surgery (long-term follow-up).

<p>(A) Nine years after surgery, recurrent anterior osteophytes were observed at the C3/4 and C5/6 levels. (B) Seventeen years after surgery, the osteophytes were gradually enlarged at the C3/4 and C5/6 levels.</p

Preoperative and postoperative lateral radiographs of patient no. 4.

<p>(A) Cervical osteophytes at C5/6 and OPLL at C2/3. (B) Preoperative VFSS showed that the contrast medium was obstructed at C5/6 level and the esophagus was compressed. (C) Postoperative VFSS contrast medium was not obstructed, and the osteophyte at C5/6 was excised completely.</p

Sex Differences in the Relationship Between Schizophrenia and the Development of Cardiovascular Disease

Background There are few data on sex differences in the association between schizophrenia and the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD). We sought to clarify the relationship of schizophrenia with the risk of developing CVDs and to explore the potential modification effect of sex differences. Methods and Results We conducted a retrospective analysis using the JMDC Claims Database between 2005 and 2022. The study population included 4 124 508 individuals aged 18 to 75 years without a history of CVD or renal replacement therapy. The primary end point is defined as a composite end point that includes myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, stroke, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and pulmonary thromboembolism. During a mean follow‐up of 1288±1001 days, we observed 182 158 composite end points. We found a significant relationship of schizophrenia with a greater risk of developing composite CVD events in both men and women, with a stronger association observed in women. The hazard ratio for the composite end point was 1.63 (95% CI, 1.52–1.74) in women and 1.42 (95% CI, 1.33–1.52) in men after multivariable adjustment (P for interaction=0.0049). This sex‐specific difference in the association between schizophrenia and incident CVD was consistent for angina pectoris, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation. Conclusions Our analysis using a large‐scale epidemiologic cohort demonstrated that the association between schizophrenia and subsequent CVD events was more pronounced in women than in men, suggesting the clinical importance of addressing schizophrenia and tailoring the CVD prevention strategy based on sex‐specific factors

Clinical, physical, and radiographic analyses of lumbar degenerative kyphosis and spondylolisthesis among community-based cohort.

PURPOSE: To investigate longitudinal radiographic changes, and physical characteristics of lumbar degenerative kyphosis (LDK) and spondylolisthesis (DS). METHODS: Two-hundred eighty nine community-based female subjects were recruited from population register and studied longitudinally for a mean 12.3 years. Upright entire spine radiographs were used to evaluate spinopelvic parameters, including lumbar lordosis (LL), pelvic incidence (PI), and vertebral slip (% slip). Physical measurements included lumbar range of motion (ROM), isometric trunk muscle strength, and photometric gait posture using change in trunk inclination angle (dTIA). RESULTS: Subjects' mean age (standard deviation: SD) was 56.9 (10.0) years at baseline and 68.5 (9.2) years at the final follow-up. Among 202 subjects who could perform instructed physical measurements, DS, defined as more than 5 % slip, was found in 50 subjects (24.8 %), and LDK, defined as LL of less than 1SD of mean value (<24.4°), was found in 24 subjects (11.9 %). DS subjects showed a significant weakness in trunk flexor strength (normal 282.5 ± 73.0 N vs. DS 245.5 ± 75.5 N, p = 0.0219), and LDK subjects showed significant differences in: trunk extensor strength (normal 493.4 ± 172.8 N vs. LDK 386.3 ± 167.6 N, p = 0.0066), ROM, and dTIA (normal 3.5° ± 2.7° vs. LDK 7.6° ± 4.8°, p < 0.0001). PI was significantly larger in DS and smaller in LDK than normal subjects (normal 53.8° ± 9.9° vs. DS 58.2° ± 10.6°, p = 0.0111; normal vs. LDK 48.4° ± 9.2°, p = 0.0191). CONCLUSIONS: Current study showed that DS was associated with reduced trunk flexor strength, which might increase pelvic anteversion, and LDK was associated with reduced extensor strength, ROM, and ambulatory kyphosis. Physical characteristics should be evaluated for the successful management of adult spinal deformity