Type V osteogenesis imperfecta undergoing surgical correction for scoliosis
ConclusionType V OI patients requiring surgical intervention for scoliosis correction can safely undergo posterior instrumented fusion using sublaminar wiring and pedicle hook/screw constructs without apparent risk of HPC formation around neural elements. Surgery in this patient group remains challenging due to the associated poor bone quality.Level of evidenceV.
Source: European Spine Journal - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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