Frank La Marca1, Hunter Brumblay. 1. Department of Neurosurgery, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-0338, USA. flamarca@umich.edu
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe the technique and indications of a Smith-Petersen osteotomy in spinal deformity surgery. METHODS: Pertinent literature was reviewed to describe the indications and reported complications of this corrective technique. RESULTS: The operative nuances of the technique are described. CONCLUSION: A Smith-Petersen osteotomy is a safe and effective surgical technique to obtain correction of spinal deformity in both the sagittal and coronal planes.
OBJECTIVE: To describe the technique and indications of a Smith-Petersen osteotomy in spinal deformity surgery. METHODS: Pertinent literature was reviewed to describe the indications and reported complications of this corrective technique. RESULTS: The operative nuances of the technique are described. CONCLUSION: A Smith-Petersen osteotomy is a safe and effective surgical technique to obtain correction of spinal deformity in both the sagittal and coronal planes.
Authors: Mina G Safain; Rachel B Engelberg; Ron Riesenburger; James Kryzanski; Andrew Jea; Steven W Hwang Journal: Childs Nerv Syst Date: 2014-02-07 Impact factor: 1.475