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The Comprehensive Anatomical Spinal Osteotomy Classification

Neurosurgery · 2013 · Vol. 74(1) · pp. 112–120

Frank Schwab✉(New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital)Benjamin Blondel(Aix-Marseille Université)Edward Chay(New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital)Jason Demakakos(New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital)Lawrence G. Lenke(University of Virginia)Patrick Tropiano(Aix-Marseille Université)Christopher P. Ames(University of California, San Francisco)Justin S. Smith(University of Virginia)Christopher I. Shaffrey(University of Virginia)Steven D. Glassman(International Spine and Pain Institute)Jean-Pierre Farcy(Maimonides Medical Center)Virginie Lafage(New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital)

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Abstract

This proposed anatomically based classification system provides a consistent description of the various osteotomies performed in spinal deformity correction surgery. The reliability study confirmed that the classification is simple and consistent. Further development of its use will provide a common frame for osteotomy assessment and permit comparative analysis of different treatments.

Scoliosis diagnosis and treatment Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques Spine and Intervertebral Disc PathologyMedicineSpinal deformityOsteotomySagittal planeCohen's kappaKappaReliability (semiconductor)DeformityResectionSurgery