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- Eli M Baron and Todd J Albert.
- Institute for Spinal Disorders, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
- Spine. 2006 Sep 1; 31 (19 Suppl): S106-18.
Study DesignReview article of medical complications related to adult spinal deformity surgery.ObjectiveTo identify medical complications related to surgery for adult spinal deformity and suggest ways to minimize their occurrence and to avoid them.Summary Of Background DataMedical complications are a major consideration in adult spinal deformity surgery. Few studies have been done to identify the medical complication rate in relation to these procedures.MethodsWe review the literature pertaining to medical complications regarding spinal deformity surgery.ResultsUrinary tract infections are the most frequently seen complication. Additionally, pulmonary complications are the most common life-threatening complication. Medical complications are a frequent occurrence with adult deformity spinal surgery.ConclusionsAwareness of the presentation, treatment, and prevention of medical complications of deformity surgery may allow minimization of their occurrence and optimize treatment should they occur.
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