The 15-Year Evolution of the Thoracoscopic Anterior Release: Does It Still Have a Role?

The 15-Year Evolution of the Thoracoscopic Anterior Release: Does It Still Have a Role?

Study DesignRetrospective.PurposeTo determine how the indications for anterior thoracoscopic release and fusion have evolved over time.Overview of LiteratureAnterior release was commonly performed to correct severe spinal deformities before the advent of pedicle screw fixation. The thoracoscopic app...

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Main Authors: Rattalerk Arunakul, Alex Peterson, Carrie E. Bartley, Krishna R. Cidambi, Eric S. Varley, Peter O. Newton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Spine Society 2015-08-01
Series:Asian Spine Journal
Subjects:
Scoliosis
Video-assited thoracoscopic surgery
Kyphosis
Spinal fusion
Endoscopic surgical procedures
Online Access:http://www.asianspinejournal.org/upload/pdf/asj-9-553.pdf

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