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Scoliosis Surgery: Vertebral Column Resection

Baron S. Lonner, MD
Director
Scoliosis Associates
New York, NY
This procedure involves removing one or more complete vertebrae either using an anterior-posterior (front-back) or all posterior (back) approach. In the thoracic (ribbed spine) portions of the ribs, both sides that correspond to the resected areas, are removed.

Essentially, the spinal column is detached, realigned and connected back together using spinal implants. This type of surgery is reserved for more severe curvatures and carrier greater neurological risk than other procedures. Results are most often extremely gratifying to the patient.

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Last Updated: 04/02/2007
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