Instrumentation for correction and fixation of scoliosis in fibrous dysplasia of the thoracolumbar spine

A case report is presented in which correction of a thoracolumbar scoliosis, due to extensive fibrous dysplasia, is achieved using segmental spinal instrumentation with a 6-year follow-up. Pseudoarthrosis developed due to insufficient hook fixation at the sacrum.

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Published in:	European spine journal Vol. 7; no. 3; pp. 260 - 262
Main Authors:	Janus, G J, Engelbert, R H, Pruijs, J E
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Germany Springer Nature B.V 01-06-1998 Springer-Verlag
Subjects:	Bone Nails Case Report Child Fibrous Dysplasia of Bone - complications Follow-Up Studies Humans Internal Fixators Lumbar Vertebrae - surgery Male Orthotic Devices Scoliosis - etiology Scoliosis - surgery Spinal Fusion - instrumentation Thoracic Vertebrae - surgery Time Factors
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Summary:	A case report is presented in which correction of a thoracolumbar scoliosis, due to extensive fibrous dysplasia, is achieved using segmental spinal instrumentation with a 6-year follow-up. Pseudoarthrosis developed due to insufficient hook fixation at the sacrum.
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ISSN:	0940-6719 1432-0932
DOI:	10.1007/s005860050070