Multi-rod fixation in spinal neuroarthropathy: a novel surgical technique.

ABSTRACT: Spinal cord injury (SCI) leads to compromised biomechanical stability due to impaired neuroprotection. This may trigger deformity and destruction of multiple segments of the spine which is known as spinal neuroarthropathy (SNA) or Charcot arthropathy. Surgical treatment of SNA is highly demanding in terms of reconstruction, realignment, and stabilization. In particular, construct failure due to the combination of high shear forces and reduced bone mineral density in the lumbosacral transition zone is a frequent complication in SNA. Notably, up to 75% of SNA patients need multiple revisions within the first year after surgery in order to achieve successful bony fusion. The purpose of this technical report is to present a novel surgical approach with higher overall construct stability to eff

SUBMITTER: Fiechter M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10331497 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature