Related Experiment Videos
[Pulmonary complications following Harrington's operation].
Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Ihre Grenzgebiete
|November 1, 1983
Summary
Pulmonary atelectasis can occur after scoliosis surgery with Harrington
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Scoliosis treatment often involves spinal instrumentation.
- Harrington's instrumentation is a surgical technique used for scoliosis correction.
Observation:
- A 14-year-old patient developed pulmonary atelectasis post-scoliosis surgery.
- The patient underwent treatment using Harrington's instrumentation.
Findings:
- Dynamic pulmonary function tests (FVK, FEV1, MF, MBC) showed changes.
- Arterial blood gas analysis revealed alterations.
Implications:
- Understanding the etiology of post-operative pulmonary complications is crucial.
- Therapeutic strategies for managing pulmonary atelectasis after spinal surgery require careful consideration.