Intrathecal Morphine in the Presence of a Syrinx in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Surgery

Conclusions: Our study demonstrates that with careful preoperative evaluation, most patients with a spinal cord syrinx can safely be given IM. Certain patients, such as those with a spinal holocord syrinx may have anatomic reasons to avoid IM, but those who are deemed appropriate for IM can receive it safely. Level of Evidence: Level III—therapeutic study; retrospective comparative study.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Online Articles: Scoliosis Source Type: research