Journal of spinal disorders & techniques
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J Spinal Disord Tech · Apr 2013
Case ReportsMinimally invasive lumbar transfacet screw fixation in the lateral decubitus position after extreme lateral interbody fusion: a technique and feasibility study.
Prospective evaluation of 10 patients undergoing minimally invasive lumbar interbody fusion for degenerative disk disease and radiculopathy. ⋯ Minimally invasive percutaneous transfacet screw fixation can be performed safely and effectively in the lateral decubitus position. This is an attractive option for posterior percutaneous fixation that can lead to a reduction of operative time and surgical morbidity in select cases.
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J Spinal Disord Tech · Apr 2013
Treatment for severe idiopathic upper thoracic scoliosis in adolescence.
To review the study of severe upper thoracic scoliosis (>90 degrees) in adolescence treated with pedicle screw constructs. ⋯ The pedicle screw constructs can be safely used for severe upper thoracic scoliosis. Curve correction is powerful for these curves, which are stiff and difficult to manage. Screw accuracy was excellent in this review.