The EOS image acquisition and reconstruction software provides accurate 3D spinal representations of scoliotic spinal deformities. The results of this study provide spinal deformity surgeons evidence pertaining to this new upright 3D imaging technology that may aid in the clinical diagnosis and decision making for patients with scoliosis.
We found a significant difference between pre- and postoperative rod contour, particularly for concave rods. Rod overcontouring (by ~20° for concave rod) resulted in high degrees of correction without loss of sagittal alignment. The resulting deformations are likely associated with substantial in vivo deforming forces.
Consider a capitellar starting point for the more distally placed pin in supracondylar humerus fractures, and if the patient's size allows, a larger pin construct will provide improved stiffness with regard to rotational stresses.
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