Minimally invasive surgery versus standard posterior approach for Lenke Type 1 –4 adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: a multicenter, retrospective study

ConclusionPosterior MIS is a safe and effective alternative to standard open approach for Lenke Type 1 –4 AIS patients with curves <  70° and reasonable flexibility. Mid-term results showed MIS had the advantages of less blood loss and pain with more fusion segments.
Source: European Spine Journal - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research