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