2018 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting-531. Treatment of the Fractional Curve Only in Adult Scoliosis: Comparison to Lower Thoracic and Upper Thoracic Fusions

531. Treatment of the Fractional Curve Only in Adult Scoliosis: Comparison to Lower Thoracic and Upper Thoracic Fusions

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Dr. Praveen Mumadini discusses the treatment of the fractional curve in adult scoliosis in comparison to lower thoracic and upper thoracic fusions. The study focused on patients with fractional curves in the lumbar spine who primarily experienced radiculopathy symptoms. The researchers examined the outcomes of treating only the fractional curve versus more extensive surgery. They found that treating only the fractional curve resulted in less blood loss and shorter hospital stays. The complication rate was also lower, although revision surgery was required in some cases. Overall, treating the fractional curve can provide short-term benefits for patients with radiculopathy as their main complaint.

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Praveen V. Mummaneni, MD, FAANS

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Dr. Praveen Mumadini

fractional curve

adult scoliosis

lower thoracic

upper thoracic