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http://dx.doi.org/10.3340/jkns.2019.0218

Surgical Outcomes and Complications Following All Posterior Approach for Spinal Deformity Associated with Neurofibromatosis Type-1  

Park, Byoung-Joo (Department of Neurosurgery, Spine Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine)
Hyun, Seung-Jae (Department of Neurosurgery, Spine Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine)
Wui, Seong-Hyun (Department of Neurosurgery, Spine Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine)
Jung, Jong-Myung (Department of Neurosurgery, Spine Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine)
Kim, Ki-Jeong (Department of Neurosurgery, Spine Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine)
Jahng, Tae-Ahn (Department of Neurosurgery, Spine Center, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine)
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Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society / v.63, no.6, 2020 , pp. 738-746 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objectives : The purpose of this study was to evaluate surgical outcomes and complications of spinal deformity associated with neurofibromatosis type-1 (NF-1). Methods : From 2012 to 2018, patients suffering from spinal deformity associated with NF-1 who underwent surgical correction were identified. Demographic data and radiographic measures were retrospectively reviewed. Pre- and postoperative whole spine radiograph images were used to determine both coronal and sagittal Cobb angles. All of patients underwent 3-dimentional computed tomographic scan and magnetic resonance imaging scan to confirm dystrophic features. For evaluation of clinical outcomes, we surveyed the pre- and postoperative scoliosis research society-22r (SRS-22r) score. Results : Seven patients with spinal deformity associated with NF-1 were enrolled in this study. The mean age of patients was 29.5±1.2 years old. The mean follow-up period was 2.8±1.4 years. The apex of the deformity was located in cervicothoracic (n=1), thoracic (n=4), and lumbar region (n=2). Most patients have poor bone quality and decreased bone mineral density with average T-score of -3.5±1.0. All patients underwent surgical correction via posterior approach. The pre- and postoperative mean coronal and sagittal Cobb angle was 61.6±22.6° and 34.6±38.1°, 56.8±18.5° and 40.2±9.1°, respectively. Mean correction rate of coronal and sagittal angle was 44.7% and 23.1%. Ultimate follow-up SRS-22r score (average score, 3.9±0.4) improved comparing to preoperative score (average score, 3.3±0.9). Only one patient received revision surgery due to rod fracture. No serious complication occurred, such as neurological deficit, and viscerovascular injury. Conclusion : The surgical correction of patients having spinal deformity associated with NF-1 is challenging, however the radiographic and clinical outcomes are satisfactory. The all posterior approach can be a safe and effective surgical option for patients having dystrophic curves associated with NF-1.
Keywords
Neurofibromatosis 1; Scoliosis; Kyphosis; Surgical procedures; Complication; Instrumentation;
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