Scoliosis Case
- Adolescent patient with progressive curve unresponsive to brace treatment
- Treated by latest technique using thoracic pedicle screws, obtaining
excellent correction of the deformity, all from a single posterior approach
- Before (left) and after (right) treatment
Tumor Case
- Senior adult with destruction of vertebral body by a tumor
- Treated with a titanium prosthesis creating an immediately stable spine,
allowing resumption of activities
- Before treatment, A-P and lateral views:
- After treatment, A-P and lateral views:
Old Fracture Causing Pain
- Adult patient with a history of a fracture and resulting malalignment,
causing pain
- Treated by removal of fractured vertebra and realignment of spine to
normal position
- Before treatment, A-P and lateral views:
- After treatment, A-P and lateral views:
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