Can Postoperative Distal Adding-On be Predicted in Lenke Type 1B and 1C Curves with Intraoperative Radiographs?

Conclusion. The LIV selected at more cranial to the LTV may be a risk factor for postoperative DA in Lenke Type 1B and 1C curves. Moreover, it was suggested that LIV extension might be considered when the first disc's angulation below the LIV is>3° in intraoperative radiographs. Level of Evidence: 3
Source: Spine - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: DEFORMITY Source Type: research