Degenerative Scoliosis: Complications of Surgical Treatment
This spine surgery lecture is about degenerative scoliosis complications of surgical treatment.
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Lecturer: Emmanuelle Ferrero, MD
Ref.ID: 4_9_ferrero
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.069
What you will cover in this lecture
This lecture looks at the complications of degenerative scoliosis. Reasons for doing the surgery in this fragile population are discussed, and the treatment goals are listed so as to familiarise with the types of procedures performed and types of complications to expect. Complications during surgery and in early and late post-operative treatment are covered, and the risk factors which complicate this surgery and described. Finally, strategies to improve the outcome and avoid these complications are presented.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the risks involved in the degenerative scoliosis surgery
- Optimise surgical care during lengthy procedures to prevent complications
- Appreciate long term complications
Target Groups
Practicing Spine Surgeons
in Orthopaedic or Neurosurgical services for Continuing Education or recertification
Emmanuelle Ferrero, MD
- Georges Pompidou European Hospital, Paris, France
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Degenerative Scoliosis: Complications of Surgical Treatment
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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.
