Occipital Plate Fixation in the Pediatric Population
Conclusions:
Occipital plate fixation was successful for pediatric cervical spine fusion in this diverse cohort. The only procedure-related complication demonstrated was delayed union or nonunion and implant loosening (4/34, 12%) and there were no plate-related complications. This novel case series shows that occipital plate fixation is safe and effective for pediatric patients with complex diagnoses.
Level of Evidence:
Level IV—case series.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Spine Source Type: research
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