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[Intraoperative neuromonitoring in cervical deformity surgery]
1Neurochirurgische Klinik und Poliklinik, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München (TUM), Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675, München, Deutschland. ehab.shiban@tum.de.
Der Orthopade
|April 7, 2018
Summary
Intraoperative neuromonitoring (IOM) enhances safety during cervical deformity correction, a surgery with significant neurological risks. Evidence suggests IOM may reduce complications, similar to its proven benefits in scoliosis surgery.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Spinal Surgery
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Cervical deformity correction carries a high risk of neurological deterioration.
- Intraoperative neuromonitoring (IOM) is a tool to enhance patient safety during complex surgeries.
- Limited data exist on IOM's specific efficacy in reconstructive cervical surgery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the evidence for intraoperative neuromonitoring (IOM) in reconstructive cervical surgery.
- To compare the potential benefits of IOM in cervical surgery to its established role in scoliosis surgery.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on IOM in cervical and scoliosis surgery.
- Analysis of neurological complication rates in relation to IOM use.
- Discussion of surgical risks and IOM's impact on clinical outcomes.
Main Results:
- IOM is associated with increased patient safety in spinal surgeries.
- Neurological deterioration is a significant risk during cervical deformity correction.
- IOM has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing neurological complications during scoliosis surgery.
Conclusions:
- The principles of IOM application in scoliosis surgery may be transferable to cervical reconstructive surgery.
- Further research is warranted to establish definitive evidence for IOM's efficacy in cervical deformity correction.
- IOM is a valuable tool for improving safety in complex spinal surgeries.
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