Children with Friedreich Ataxia Undergoing Spinal Fusion Are at Risk for Arrhythmias (P2.037)

CONCLUSIONS: Scoliosis surgery is common amongst hospitalized children with FA, but these comprise a small proportion of all children who undergo spinal fusion. Arrhythmias are more common in FA children undergoing spinal fusion; other comorbidities are similar to non-FA children. FA does not affect length of stay, mean hospital charges, and overall mortality in hospitalizations involving spinal fusion. The increased burden of arrhythmias in FA supports cardiac assessment for children with FA and scoliosis.Disclosure: Dr. Lin has nothing to disclose. Dr. Lynch has received personal compensation for activities with Retrotape, Inc. as a consultant. Dr. Lynch has received research support from Santhera Pharmaceutical, Penwest, Edison Pharmaceutical, and ViroPharma. Dr. Flynn has nothing to disclose. Dr. Rossano has nothing to disclose.

Source: Neurology - April 9, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Lin, K., Lynch, D., Flynn, J., Rossano, J. Tags: Movement Disorders: Friedreich ' s and Other Inherited Ataxias Source Type: research