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[Harrington's surgical treatment of scoliosis]
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|November 15, 1982
Insights
Surgical intervention for scoliosis is often necessary when conservative methods fail and spinal curvature exceeds 50 degrees. This study details a 13-year experience using the Harrington method with the Cotrel transverse compression device, including complication records.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Spinal deformities
- Scoliosis treatment
Context:
- Conservative scoliosis treatment often proves insufficient.
- Surgical indication is typically progression exceeding 50 degrees.
- The Harrington method combined with Cotrel transverse compression is employed.
Purpose:
- To report on a 13-year surgical experience with scoliosis.
- To document the outcomes of combined Harrington and Cotrel device use.
- To meticulously record all associated complications.
Summary:
- A 13-year retrospective analysis of scoliosis surgeries was conducted.
- The Harrington method with Cotrel transverse compression was utilized.
- Complications associated with this surgical approach were precisely recorded.
Impact:
- Provides long-term data on a specific scoliosis surgical technique.
- Offers insights into complication rates for Harrington and Cotrel device use.
- Informs clinical decision-making for severe scoliosis cases.
Abstract:
In spite of intensive conservative treatment of scoliosis operation is almost necessary. Indication for operation is given by progression of scoliosis by angles over 50 degrees. In our hospital the method according to Harrington combined with the Cotrel transverse compression device is carried out. We report on our experiences over 13 years. Complications were exactly put to record.