What is a spinal fusion for scoliosis?

spinal fusion for scoliosis is surgery for repairing abnormal curvature of the spine. During this procedure, metal implants are connected to curved parts of the spine, then covered with fragments of bones, which eventually join together and cause the spine to be straight. This operation is usually performed in children and teenagers, but can also be performed in adults and is often performed to help repair or stop deformity and alleviate any associated pain. Wires, bars, hooks or screws are connected to the curved part of the spine to help straighten the curvature. The joints of the vertebrae are removed and the vertebrae are lightly ground to stimulate new bone growth. Once it is done, bone graft harvested from the hip, ribs, separate parts of the spine or corpse is placed around vertebrae and metal implants to further support the growth of bone tissue. Over time, the new bone will grow and finally weld the vertebrae to a straight, solid piece.

There are many techniques that can be used for spinal fusion for scoliosis. Many operations are performed by the rear or from the rear, while others can be performed front or front. For those who have serious curvature, the fusion of the front step may be performed. If the patient has only one curve, it will be approached from the front and back, but if the second curve is present, the rest of the operation will only be carried out backwards.

Another option for fusion of the spine for scoliosis is thoracoscopic surgery supported by video (VATS). During this procedure, one lung collapses so that the device monitoring video, camera and ranges can be placed in a small cut in the chest. This operation is considered less invasive and is said to leave less obvious scar.

Operating hours for scoliosis spine usually take four to six hours, but it may take up to one year to combine the spine completely. Since this is the main surgicalThe procedure may have some complications. For example, bleeding and blood clots may occur after surgery as well as infections and pain at the graft site. Sometimes patients may experience pseudarthrosis, a condition that inhibits the formation of new bone growth and can lead to the patient needing further surgery.