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Baylor Medical Center Operative Report This operative note is a report of the surgery performed on Michael Stuart by Dr. Ioannis Alexander Avramis on January 4, 2024, at Baylor Scott and White University Medical Center in Dallas Texas. Here’s an explanation of the key components and medical terms: Lumbar Kyphoscoliosis, L1-L3 Nonunion, and Loose Instrumentation, … Read more
Flatback syndrome is characterized by the loss of normal lumbar lordosis, resulting in a flattened lumbar spine. This document aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the condition, including its potential causes, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatment options, with a focus on Mr. Stuart’s case. Causes of Flatback Syndrome: Degenerative Changes: Including age-related degenerative disc … Read more
Frustrations of Post-Surgical Care Amidst the Opioid Crisis Navigating post-surgical care in the current climate of the opioid crisis has become an excruciatingly challenging experience. Recently, I underwent a major spine surgery involving both Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) from L3 to S1 and Posterior Spinal Fusion (PSF) from T10 to the pelvis. While the … Read more