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There is a high incidence of spinal deformity in children with the Prader-Willi syndrome. We have encountered major complications following spinal surgery in this condition. We report our experience and conclude that spinal surgery is a formidable undertaking and the risks should be appreciated by the surgeon and the parents.
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