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The 100 Most Influential Articles in Cervical Spine Surgery
Branko Skovrlj1, Jeremy Steinberger1, Javier Z Guzman2
1Department of Neurosurgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, United States.
Global Spine Journal
|February 3, 2016
Summary
This literature review identifies the top 100 cited articles in cervical spine surgery, highlighting key research on the Neck Disability Index and anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. It recognizes foundational studies guiding current evidence-based practice.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Spinal Disorders
Background:
- Cervical spine surgery is a complex field requiring a strong foundation in evidence-based practice.
- Identifying seminal works is crucial for understanding the evolution and current state of cervical spine research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the 100 most cited articles in cervical spine surgery.
- To recognize the most influential publications and authors in the field.
- To provide insight into the historical development and key research areas of cervical spine surgery.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted using the Thomson Reuters Web of Knowledge.
- Articles relevant to cervical spine surgery were identified and ranked by citation count.
- Data collected included citation number, authorship, publication year, journal, country, and institution.
Main Results:
- The top cited articles focused on the Neck Disability Index, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, and adjacent segment disease.
- The majority of influential articles originated in the United States (65%) and were published in 'Spine' (39%).
- Research in the 1990s dominated, with cervical fusion, surgical complications, and biomechanics as primary topics.
Conclusions:
- This analysis highlights the most impactful research shaping cervical spine surgery.
- It acknowledges key contributors and foundational studies driving evidence-based clinical decision-making.
- The findings offer a historical perspective on the advancement of cervical spine surgery knowledge.
