Bone Fusion in Spinal Deformity
This spine surgery lecture looks at bone fusion in spinal deformity surgery, beginning with a discussion of instrumented and non-instrumented fusion in spinal surgery.
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Lecturer: Norbert Passuti, MD
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
- Up to 3 CME Credits
Ref.ID: 5_19_passuti
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.101
What you will cover in this lecture
This spine surgery lecture looks at bone fusion in spinal deformity surgery, beginning with a discussion of instrumented and non-instrumented fusion in spinal surgery. The various techniques which are used to obtain fusion in posterior surgery are discussed, along with the various grafts which are available, and the functions of each type. The lecture then touches on the difficulties that can be faced in the combined approach and the strategies to deal with these difficult situations. Finally, the systemic factors which have a major bearing are covered.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the functions of various bone grafts
- The limitations and advantages of various bone graft types and their disadvantages
- Correct application of bone graft in achieving solid fusion
Target Groups
Practicing Spine Surgeons
in Orthopaedic or Neurosurgical services for Continuing Education or recertification
Norbert Passuti, MD
- Deartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Nantes, Nantes
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Lecture Presentation
Bone Fusion in Spinal Deformity
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
- Up to 3 CME Credits
Access This Lecture
You can get access to this spine lecture by enrolling on our Diploma in Spine Surgery or purchasing a lecture bundle:
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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.
