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Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery at Orthopaedic Surgery, Spine
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Investigated the influence of obesity on the effectiveness of treatments for lumbar disc herniation, providing insights into patient-specific factors affecting surgical outcomes.
Contributed to the development and refinement of a surgical algorithm based on the AOSpine thoracolumbar spine injury classification system, improving the standardization of surgical approaches.
Evaluated the effectiveness of the XLIF (extreme lateral interbody fusion) technique in treating adult degenerative scoliosis, contributing to the understanding of minimally invasive approaches.
Examined the role of multimodal analgesia in spine surgery, offering strategies to improve pain management and reduce opioid use in the postoperative period.
Analyzed the relationship between the duration of symptoms and treatment outcomes for lumbar disc herniation, informing patient selection and expectations.
Contributed to the development of a universally accepted sacral fracture classification system, improving the diagnosis and treatment of sacral fractures.
Identified risk factors associated with prolonged opioid use after lumbar fusion surgery and the effects of opioid use on patient-reported outcomes.
Dr. Mark F. Kurd is a leading expert in orthopaedic spine surgery, with significant contributions to understanding and improving outcomes for various spinal conditions, including disc herniation, spinal stenosis, and spinal trauma. His research focuses on innovative surgical techniques and the impact of patient-specific factors on treatment success.
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