Degenerative Scoliosis: Preoperative Assessment and Prevention of Perioperative Complications
This spine surgery lecture covers Degenerative Scoliosis preoperative assessment and perioperative management. The issues which affect this fragile group of patients are covered.
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Lecturer: Nasir Quraishi, MD, LLM, FRCS
Ref.ID: 4_5_quraishi
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.065
What you will cover in this lecture
Learning Objectives
- To understand the components of deformity which need evaluation with imaging
- The sagittal alignment and balance assessment using X-rays
Target Groups
Practicing Spine Surgeons
in Orthopaedic or Neurosurgical services for Continuing Education or recertification
Nasir Quraishi MD, LLM, FRCS
- Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK
eccElearning Participation
Author
- Degenerative Scoliosis: Preoperative Assessment and Prevention of Perioperative Complications
- Scheuermann's and Idiopathic Kyphosis - Clinical Presentation and Natural History
- Scheuermann's and Idiopathic Kyphosis - Management and Outcome
- Spinal Metastasis - Diagnosis and Staging
- Spinal Metastatic Disease: Surgical Treatment Options
Lecture Presentation
Degenerative Scoliosis: Preoperative Assessment and Prevention of Perioperative Complications
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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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?
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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.








