Posterior Interspinous Implant Placement

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76Posterior Interspinous Implant Placement Kern Singh and Frank M. Phillips Description Biomechanical studies have suggested that the restriction of segmental motion resulting from spinal fusion causes abnormal kinematics at adjacent…

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Cervical Pedicle Screw Placement

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13Cervical Pedicle Screw Placement Kuniyoshi Abumi Description To place a screw safely into the cervical pedicle with avoidance of injury to the surrounding neurovascular structures. Key Principles Cervical pedicle screws…

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Costotransversectomy

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24Costotransversectomy John E. Tis and Timothy R. Kuklo Description Several diseases of the spine require resection of all or part of the vertebral body and concurrent exposure of the posterior…

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Halo Orthosis Application

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72Halo Orthosis Application Kenneth C. Moghadam and R. John Hurlbert Description Proper halo application creates long-term immobilization of the cervical spine while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Key Principles Proper…

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Rib Expansion Technique for Congenital Scoliosis

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53Rib Expansion Technique for Congenital Scoliosis Robert M. Campbell, Jr. Description To lengthen the concave constricted hemithorax through VEPTR expansion thoracoplasty with correction of congenital scoliosis to maximize the potential…

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