Predictive Role of Shoulder Imbalance and Residual C7PL-CSVL in Coronal Imbalance After Surgery for Severe and Rigid Scoliosis: A Retrospective Analysis.
Retrospective analysis shows predictive factors for coronal imbalance in scoliosis patients, suggesting the need for careful surgical planning.
Key Points
This analysis aims to assess the predictive role of shoulder imbalance and residual trunk shift on coronal imbalance following surgery for severe scoliosis.
Retrospective analysis of patients with severe and rigid scoliosis
Assessment of postoperative shoulder imbalance and trunk shift
Evaluation of coronal imbalance at last follow-up
High prevalence of coronal imbalance was observed at the last follow-up
Shoulder imbalance and trunk shift could serve as predictors for coronal imbalance
Interpretation of results suggests a compensatory response to shoulder imbalance