Surgery is indicated for a variety of situations in patients with Klippel-Feil syndrome. As a result of fusion anomalies and the difference in growth potential of the anomalous vertebral bodies, deformity may be progressive. Instability of the cervical spine can develop because of craniocervical abnormalities. Instability of the cervical spine can also develop between 2 sets of fusion anomalies separated by a normal segment. Neurologic deficits and persistent pain are indications for surgery. Development of a compensatory curve in the thoracic spine may require surgical intervention or bracing. Symptomatic spinal stenosis may require decompression and fusion.
Posted on: Sun, 09 Nov 2014 20:05:56 +0000
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