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Magnetically controlled growing rods for scoliosis surgery
Umesh Metkar1, Swamy Kurra2, David Quinzi3
1a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon , Spine Center at BIDMC , Boston , MA , USA.
Expert Review of Medical Devices
|January 4, 2017
Summary
Magnetically controlled growing rods offer a less invasive alternative for treating early onset scoliosis. These innovative devices eliminate the need for repeated surgeries, reducing patient distress and surgical complications.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Orthopedics
- Spinal Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Early onset scoliosis presents significant physical and emotional challenges.
- Traditional growing rods require multiple surgeries for lengthening, leading to high complication rates.
- Existing treatments for early onset scoliosis often involve invasive procedures with significant patient burden.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on magnetically controlled growing rods for early onset scoliosis.
- To compare the efficacy and safety of magnetically controlled growing rods with traditional growing rods.
- To highlight the advantages of non-invasive lengthening techniques in pediatric spinal surgery.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted using PubMed.
- Keywords included 'magnetically controlled growing rods', 'Magec rods', 'magnetic growing rods', and 'growing rods'.
- Previously published English literature was summarized.
Main Results:
- Magnetically controlled growing rods allow for non-invasive lengthening in a clinical setting.
- These devices reduce the need for repeated surgical interventions.
- Potential for lower complication rates compared to traditional growing rods.
Conclusions:
- Magnetically controlled growing rods represent a significant advancement in treating early onset scoliosis.
- This technology offers a less burdensome and potentially safer alternative to traditional growing rods.
- Further research is warranted to fully establish long-term outcomes and safety profiles.
