Browsing by Author "Karikari, Isaac"

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Improved Dysphagia Outcomes in Anchored Spacers Versus Plate-Screw Systems in Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A Systematic Review

Gabr, Mostafa A; Touko, Elisabeth; Yadav, Amol P; Karikari, Isaac; Goodwin, C Rory; Groff, Michael W; Ramirez, Luis; ... (8 authors)

<jats:sec><jats:title>Study Design:</jats:title><jats:p> Systematic review and meta-analysis. </jats:p></jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Objective:</jats:title><jats:p> To perform a systematic review of clinical outcomes ...
Utility of Cervical Collars Following Cervical Fusion Surgery. Does It Improve Fusion Rates or Outcomes? A Systematic Review.

Karikari, Isaac; Ghogawala, Zoher; Ropper, Alexander E; Yavin, Daniel; Gabr, Mostafa; Goodwin, C Rory; Abd-El-Barr, Muhammad; ... (9 authors) (World neurosurgery, 2018-12-26)

BACKGROUND:The use of postoperative cervical collars following cervical fusions is common practice. Its use has been purported to improve fusion rates and outcomes. There is a paucity in the strength of evidence to support ...