| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10175928 | Journal of Orthopaedic Science | 2010 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Segmental pedicle screw instrumentation and fusion only to L5 is safe and effective in patients with DMD scoliosis of <85° and pelvic obliquity of <15°. Good sagittal plane alignment was achieved and maintained. All patients benefited from surgery in terms of improved quality of life. There was no major complication.
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Authors
Masashi Takaso, Toshiyuki Nakazawa, Takayuki Imura, Takamitsu Okada, Masahiro Toyama, Masaki Ueno, Kensuke Fukushima, Wataru Saito, Atsushi Minatani, Gennyo Miyajima, Michinari Fukuda, Naonobu Takahira, Kazuhisa Takahashi, Masashi Yamazaki, Seiji Ohtori,