Degenerative Scoliosis and Stenosis
This spine surgery lecture looks at the degenerative scoliosis and stenosis in the adult population and discusses the treatment protocols.
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Lecturer: Jean Marc Vital, MD
Ref.ID: 4_6_vital
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.066
What you will cover in this lecture
This lecture is about management of degenerative scoliosis and stenosis. The lecture begins with an overview of the pathophysiology in the development of this disorder and how degenerative scoliosis relates to de novo scoliosis. The pathology is examined closely and what is happening at the apical segments is explained. The cascade of events are explained in detail, and the treatment strategy is presented. Finally the indications of treatment protocols and their outcomes are discussed.
Learning Objectives
- Pathogenesis of degenerative scoliosis
- Investigations and their indications
- Indications of surgery
- Indication of conservative treatment
Target Groups
Practicing Spine Surgeons
in Orthopaedic or Neurosurgical services for Continuing Education or recertification
Jean Marc Vital, MD
- Director of Spinal Disorders Unit, Regional and University Hospital of Bordeaux, Bordeaux Cedex, France
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Degenerative Scoliosis and Stenosis
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