Technique, Strategy and Indication in Anterior Approaches
This spine surgery lecture looks at the role of anterior corrective surgery for the Adolescent Idiopathic scoliosis patients.

Lecturer: Ulf R. Liljenquist, MD
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
Ref.ID: 5_20_lijenqvist
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.102
What you will cover in this lecture
This lecture looks at anterior surgery for scoliosis, beginning with an examination of the surgical technique the advantages and disadvantages of this surgery. The indications for anterior scoliosis surgery are described, and the technical applications in rotational control of deformity are also covered. Finally, the limitations and potential pitfalls are discussed. Clinical cases are made use of throughout to provide context to this topic.
Learning Objectives
- The indications of using anterior scoliosis surgery.
- The magnitude of correction possible via anterior approach.
- Limitations of the anterior surgery and complications.
Target Groups
Lecture Presentation
Technique, Strategy and Indication in Anterior Approaches
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
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Q: What is an eccElearning Lecture like?
A: Each Lecture includes the Lecture Presentation, Additional Learning Resources, Pre-Learning Quiz and Lecture Assessment.
Each Spine Surgery Lecture is viewed online in video format and lasts from 20-45 minutes. The Lectures contain relevant additional learning resources (book chapters, research papers, surgical videos, master lecture videos, case reports, review articles, etc.), which are presented in context and viewable immediately for your convenience.
Q: How much time will a Lecture take?
A: Lecture presentations typically take 20-45 minutes to run. However, candidates are required to review the compulsory and recommended additional learning resources contained within the Lecture. The time taken to view the Lecture and review the additional resources is in the range 3-4 hours per Lecture.
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Q: What do I do if I fail a Lecture Assessment?
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Q: What courses does eccElearning provide?
A: We have the Diploma in Spine Surgery with Modules individually purchasable, lecture bundles, an Endoscopic Spine Surgery Programme, a Residents' Spine Programme, and Spine Surgery Specialist Certificates in Radiology and Physiotherapy.
