A novel radiographic classification of severe spinal curvatures exceeding 100 °: the Omega (Ω), gamma ( γ ) and alpha ( α ) deformities

ConclusionsOur study describes a novel method of classifying severe spinal curvatures exceeding 100 ° using erect AP/lateral radiographs and 3-D CT reconstructive images. We hope that the descriptive analysis and classification will expand our understanding of these complex deformities.Graphical abstractThese slides can be retrieved under Electronic Supplementary Material.

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Source: European Spine Journal - May 2, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research