Intraoperative Prone Radiographs During Scheuermann Kyphosis Correction Closely Estimate Standing Thoracic and Lumbar Parameters at 2 Years

Conclusions: TK on intraoperative prone radiographs during PSFI for SK should match the standing TK ∼6 weeks later. Intraoperative prone LL only slightly increases on early standing radiographs. Assuming a routine postoperative course, intraoperative radiographs slightly underestimate TK (by 3 degrees) and LL (by 8 degrees) on>2-year standing radiographs. These parameters (TK, LL, UIV-LIV) are visualized during surgery and should be used in future studies to predict long-term outcomes. Level of Evidence: Level IV—retrospective study.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Scioliosis/Kyphosis Source Type: research