Dynamic behavior of the nucleus pulposus within the intervertebral disc loading: a systematic review and meta-analysis exploring the concept of dynamic disc model.
IF 4.3 3区 工程技术Q1 BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Jean-Philippe Deneuville, Maxime Billot, Alexandra Cervantes, Sylvain Peterlongo, Martin Meyer, Mezika Kolder, Marie Escande, Mathilde Bourgeois, Adrien Pallot, Romain David, Manuel Roulaud, Amine Ounajim, Mark Laslett, Mathieu Sarracanie, Najat Salameh, Arnaud Germaneau, Philippe Rigoard
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Abstract
Introduction: The dynamic disc model (DDM) is a theoretical framework in spine mechanics that theorizes the behavior of the nucleus pulposus within the intervertebral disc under various loads. The model predicts displacement of the nucleus pulposus away from the bending loads, for example backward displacement of the nucleus pulposus with a flexion load. These predictions are regularly used as a theoretical basis for explaining certain disc pathologies, such as disc herniation.
Methods: We screened seven databases (CENTRAL, Embase, MEDLINE, CINAHL, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, and HAL) up to July 2024, identifying studies through a PRISMA-guided approach that detailed the mechanical transformation (displacement and deformation) of the nucleus pulposus under bending load on the intervertebral disc. We conducted a double-blind data extraction and quality assessment of the body of evidence. Finally, we performed a meta-analysis of proportions.
Results: From the 9,269 articles screened, 14 studies were included in the systematic review and meta-analysis. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) was employed in 92.8% of the studies, revealing four strategies for assessing nucleus pulposus transformation. The meta-analysis of asymptomatic subjects' data demonstrated that the nucleus pulposus behavior aligned with dynamic disc model predictions in 85.4% (95% CI = [79.4-91.4]) across spinal regions and bending directions. However, significant heterogeneity and low study quality were noted. Only one study used discography to assess the DDM in a discogenic pain population, identifying discrepancies in nucleus pulposus transformation and contrast agent leakage.
Conclusion: Evidence for the dynamic disc model for intact discs is of low strength, whereas very limited evidence challenges the dynamic disc model for fissured discs. New multiparametric MRI studies may help guiding future clinical assessment protocols.
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