Pancreatic fracture: a rare complication following scoliosis surgery
ConclusionSpinal fusion for severe neuromuscular scoliosis is a difficult procedure, with a high rate of complications. Among them, pancreatic fracture should be considered when abdominal pain persists in the postoperative period. Conservative management is advocated especially in case of a poor general condition.
Source: European Spine Journal - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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