Author/Editor		Mohar, Janez; Mihalič, Rene; Hero, Nikša
Title		Primerjava operativnega zdravljenja skolioz v Ortopedski bolnišnici Valdoltra v letih 1998 in 2008
Translated title		A comparison of operative treatement of scoliosis at the Valdoltra Orthopaedic hospital in years 1998 and 2008
Type		članek
Source		Zdrav Vestn
Vol. and No.		Letnik 78, št. Suppl 2
Publication year		2009
Volume		str. II-63-70
Language		slo
Abstract		Background: Scoliosis is a complex threedimensional deformity of the spine. It is classified by the age of onset, anatomical region and aetiology. By aetiology it is further divided into two major groups: idiopathic (primary) and secondary scoliosis. Extensive diagnostic procedures are the basis of treatment, which can be either conservative or surgical. Methods: We compared two groups of patients with scoliosis, treated surgically in 1998 and 2008 at the Orthopaedic Hospital Valdotra. We compared aetiological as well as pre- and postoperative parameters of scoliosis between both groups. Results: At the Valdoltra Orthopaedic Hospital, the mean hospital stay was signifi cantly shorter in 2008 compared to 1998; there were more cases of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, neuromuscular and adult scoliosis in 2008 and more cases of juvenile idiopathic scoliosis in 1998. Compared to 1998, the majority of surgeries in 2008 were performed using the new CD Horizon Legacy spondylodesis system. Conclusions: Th e treatment of scoliosis at the Valdoltra Orthopaedic Hospital is successful. In the country, the institution ranks first in terms of the number of patients treated. We use the most modern stabilisation systems. The hospitalization time is reduced. The advances in surgical treatment of scoliosis are transpedicular screw placement systems and a better postoperative care.
Descriptors		SCOLIOSIS SPINAL FUSION TREATMENT OUTCOME