Anatomical measurement of spinal canal space and finite element analysis of distraction stress of the posterior cervical median spinous process splitting laminectomy
Huang Jijun1, Zhang Hengzhu2, Wang Yongxiang1, Zhang Wendong1
1Department of Spine Surgery, Clinical Medical College of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, China; 2Department of Neurosurgery, Clinical Medical College of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, China
Abstract:Objective This study aimed to investigate the spinal canal space characteristics and the finite element analysis of the distraction stress of the posterior cervical median spinous process splitting laminectomy. Method Five patients who underwent cervical CT examination at the Clinical Medical College of Yangzhou University Physical Examination Center in November 2020 were selected. There were three males and two females, aged from 26 to 35 (30.0±3.4) years. The cervical CT image data of five patients have been imported into Mimics 17.0 and Geomagic Studio 10.0 software to establish the geometric models of C3-C6 vertebrae. The Solidworks 2017 software was used to complete the matching of cortical and cancellous bones. The modes were performed 2 mm sagittal longitudinal splitting on the spinous process and lamina to simulate posterior cervical median spinous process splitting laminectomy. Then, the geometry models of C3-C6 were meshed, assigned material properties, and the three-dimensional finite element model was established with Ansys 19.0 software. Outward distraction stresses were applied to each cervical split section of the finite modes. The gap width at the bottom of the spinous process base was set as 10 mm The following indicators were observed: (1) The C3-C6 vertebrae were divided into five regions: vertebral body, pedicle, lateral mass, lamina, and spinous process regions. The stress distribution and strain of C3-C6 vertebrae were analyzed when the gap width at the base of the spinous process was 10 mm. (2) The stretching stress of C3-C6 was compared when the gap width at the base of the spinous process was 10 mm. (3) The length of spinous processes of C3-C6 were measured and compared. The maximum visual range and maximum visual angle of the spinal canal were compared as the gap of the base of the spinous process was 10 mm. (4) The correlation between the length of the spinous process, the maximum visible range, and the maximum visual angle was analyzed. Results (1) The stress distribution of C3-C6 vertebrae tended to be consistent when the spinous process and lamina were expanded by 10 mm. The stress distribution of the vertebral body was in the order of pedicle region > lamina region > vertebral body region > lateral mass region > spinous process region from large to small. When the spinous process and lamina were expanded by 10 mm, the deformation was larger in the spinous process and lamina region, whereas the deformation of lateral mass, vertebral arch, and vertebral body region was smaller. (2) The required distraction stresses of C3-C6 were (34.5±3.6), (28.6±2.3), (24.8±2.1), and (25.7±2.3)MPa, respectively. The stress required by C3 was greater than C4, C5, and C6. The difference was statistically significant (F=13.77, P<0.001). (3) The length of C3-C6 spinous processes were (15.1±1.5), (17.3±2.0), (18.3±2.5), and (27.9±3.0) mm, respectively. The C6 spinous processes were longer than C3, C4, and C5. The difference was statistically significant (F=29.80, P <0.001). The maximum visual range of each cervical vertebra was (25.0±2.0), (24.5±1.7), (22.8±1.2), and (20.7±0.7) mm. Moreover, C3, C4, and C5 could obtain a better visual range than C6 with statistically significant differences (F=9.39, P<0.001). The maximum visual angles of each cervical vertebra were 75.6°±1.6°, 75.6°±2.4°, 68.5°±6.5°, and 53.4°±1.7°. Meanwhile, the maximum visual angle of C3 and C4 were greater than C5 and C6, respectively. The maximum visual angle of C5 was greater than C6. The difference was statistically significant (F=40.99, P<0.001). (4) The length of the cervical spinous process was negatively correlated with the maximum visible range and the maximum visible angle. The difference was statistically significant (r=-0.96, -0.97, all P values <0.05). Conclusion The pedicle and lamina of C3-C6 support the maximum stress when the process of spinous process lamina expands by 10 mm. The supporting stress required by C3 is greater than C4, C5, and C6. The largest deformation of the vertebrae is in the spinous process and lamina region. Moreover, C3, C4, and C5 can get a better visual range and visual angle than C6. The length of the spinous process is correlated with the maximum visible range and the maximum visible angle.
黄吉军, 张恒柱, 王永祥, 张文东. 颈椎后路正中经棘突椎管劈开术椎管空间的解剖测量及撑开应力的有限元分析[J]. 中华解剖与临床杂志, 2023, 28(5): 332-337.
Huang Jijun, Zhang Hengzhu, Wang Yongxiang, Zhang Wendong. Anatomical measurement of spinal canal space and finite element analysis of distraction stress of the posterior cervical median spinous process splitting laminectomy. Chinese Journal of Anatomy and Clinics, 2023, 28(5): 332-337.
Hussain I, Parker WE, Barzilai O, et al.Surgical management of intramedullary spinal cord tumors[J]. Neurosurg Clin N Am, 2020,31(2):237-249. DOI: 10.1016/j.nec.2019.12.004
[3]
Arocho-Quinones EV, Kolimas A, LaViolette PS, et al. Split laminotomy versus conventional laminotomy: postoperative outcomes in pediatric patients[J]. J Neurosurg Pediatr, 2018,21(6):615-625. DOI: 10.3171/2017.12.PEDS17368
[4]
王晓东, 李育平, 张恒柱. 椎管后正中劈开复位术微创治疗脊髓髓内海绵状血管瘤一例报道[J]. 中华神经医学杂志, 2019, 18(3): 291-292. DOI:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1671-8925.2019.03.015.Wang XD, Li YP, Zhang HZ.Minimally invasive treatment of intramedullary cavernous hemangioma of spinal cord with posterior median spinal canal splitting technique: one case report[J]. Chin J Neuromed, 2019, 18(3): 291-292. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.1671-8925.2019.03.015
[5]
周江军, 赵敏, 易蕊, 等. 低弹性模量新型组合式锁定加压钢板固定股骨粉碎性骨折的三维有限元分析[J]. 中华解剖与临床杂志, 2016,21(3): 245-250. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.2095-7041.2016.03.014.Zhou JJ, Zhao M, Yi R, et al.Finite element analysis of new design assembly locking compression plate with low modulus titanium alloy in the treatment of middle femoral comminuted fracture[J]. Chin J Anat Clin, 2016, 21(3): 245-250. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.2095-7041.2016.03.014
[6]
李杰, 赵刘军, 干开丰, 等.下颈椎两节段椎体次全切后前路椎弓根螺钉固定系统重建稳定性有限元模型的建立[J].中国骨伤, 2022, 35(2):178-185. DOI: 10. 12200/j.issn.1003-0034.2022.02.017.Li J, Zhao LJ, Gan KF, et al.Establishment of finite element model of anterior cervical transpedicular system for reconstruction of cervical stability after subtotal resection of two segments of lower cervical spine[J]. China J Orthop Trauma, 2022,35(2):178-185. DOI: 10. 12200/j.issn.1003-0034.2022.02.017
[7]
李丹. 下颈椎三种侧块内固定方式的有限元分析[J]. 生物骨科材料与临床研究, 2020, 17(6): 1-4. DOI: 10.3969/j.issn.1672-5972.2020.06.001.Li D.Finite element analysis of lateral mass internal fixation in three ways for lower cervical spine[J]. Orthopaedic Biomechanics Materials and Clinical Study, 2020, 17(6):1-4. DOI: 10.3969/j.issn.1672-5972.2020.06.001
[8]
李杰, 曹帅, 郭栋, 等. 聚醚醚酮棒与钛棒在后路腰椎椎间融合中的有限元分析[J]. 中国组织工程研究, 2023, 27(22): 3445-3450. DOI: org/10.12307/2023.398.Li J, Cao S, Guo D, et al.Finite element analysis of polyetheretherketone and titanium rods in posterior lumbar interbody fusion[J]. Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research, 2023, 27(22): 3445-3450. DOI: org/10.12307/2023.398
[9]
Goh BC, Striano BM, Lopez WY, et al.Laminoplasty versus laminectomy and fusion for cervical spondylotic myelopathy: a cost analysis[J]. Spine J, 2020,20(11):1770-1775. DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2020.07.012
[10]
Nori S, Shiraishi T, Aoyama R.Comparison between muscle-preserving selective laminectomy and laminoplasty for multilevel cervical spondylotic myelopathy[J]. Ann Transl Med, 2020, 8(5):160. DOI: 10.21037/atm.2019.11.132
[11]
Malakoutian M, Street J, Wilke HJ, et al.Role of muscle damage on loading at the level adjacent to a lumbar spine fusion: a biomechanical analysis[J]. Eur Spine J, 2016,25(9):2929-2937. DOI: 10.1007/s00586-016-4686-y
[12]
Dobran M, Paracino R, Nasi D, et al.Laminectomy versus unilateral hemilaminectomy for the removal of intraspinal schwannoma: experience of a single institution and review of literature[J]. J Neurol Surg A Cent Eur Neurosurg, 2021,82(6):552-555. DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1722968
[13]
Wang P, Ma K, Chen T, et al.Risk factor analysis for progressive spinal deformity after resection of intracanal tumors─a retrospective study of 272 cases[J]. BMC Neurol, 2020,20(1):34. DOI: 10.1186/s12883-019-1594-x
[14]
Tatter C, Fletcher-Sandersjöö A, Persson O, et al.Incidence and predictors of kyphotic deformity following resection of cervical intradural tumors in adults: a population-based cohort study[J]. Acta Neurochir (Wien), 2020,162(11):2905-2913. DOI: 10.1007/s00701-020-04416-4
[15]
Al Barbarawi MM, Allouh MZ, Qudsieh SM, et al.Cervical decompressive laminectomy and lateral mass screw-rod arthrodesis: surgical experience and analytical review of 4120 consecutive screws[J]. Br J Neurosurg, 2021,35(4):480-485. DOI: 10.1080/02688697.2021.1887450
[16]
Banczerowski P, Vajda J, Veres R. Exploration and decompression of the spinal canal using split laminotomy and its modification, the "archbone" technique[J]. Neurosurgery, 2008, 62(5 Suppl 2): ONS432-ONS441. DOI:10.1227/01.neu.0000326031.31843.99
[17]
Okubo T, Nagoshi N, Tsuji O, et al.Spinous process-splitting laminectomy approach for tumor excision at conus medullaris or cauda equina level results in satisfactory clinical outcomes without affecting global spinal sagittal alignment[J]. Global Spine J, 2021:21925682211047460. DOI: 10.1177/21925682211047460
[18]
Tarabay A, Maduri R, Rizzi M, et al.Midline spinous process splitting laminoplasty in a newborn with thoracolumbar epidural hematoma: a bone-sparing procedure based on anatomy and embryology[J]. Childs Nerv Syst, 2020,36(12):3103-3108. DOI: 10.1007/s00381-020-04611-9
[19]
Uehara M, Takahashi J, Hashidate H, et al.Comparison of Spinous process-splitting laminectomy versus conventional laminectomy for lumbar spinal stenosis[J]. Asian Spine J, 2014, 8(6): 768-776. DOI: 10.4184/asj.2014.8.6.768
[20]
麦合苏木·阿卜杜瓦克, 金格勒, 安慧刚, 等. 强化螺钉治疗老年人重度骨质疏松Evans Ⅱ型股骨转子间骨折最佳骨水泥量的有限元分析[J]. 中华解剖与临床杂志, 2022, 27(12): 823-830. DOI:10.3760/cma.j.cn101202-20220217-00049.Maihesumu A, Jin GL, An HG, et al.Finite element analysis of the optimal amount of bone cement in the treatment for elderly patients with severe osteoporotic intertrochanteric Evans Ⅱ fracture with reinforced screws[J]. Chin J Anat Clin, 2022, 27(12): 823-830. DOI:10.3760/cma.j.cn101202-20220217-00049
[21]
张晓娟, 李升, 王建朝,等. 人体下颈椎显微骨硬度体外测量的实验研究[J]. 中华解剖与临床杂志, 2019, 24(5): 425-429. DOI:10.3760/cma.j.issn.2095-7041.2019.05.001.Zhang XJ, Li S, Wang JC,et al.Measurement of micro-hardness of the human lower cervical vertebrae in ivtro[J]. Chin J Anat Clin, 2019, 24(5): 425-429. DOI:10.3760/cma.j.issn.2095-7041.2019.05.001