Pulmonary function after anterior double thoracotomy approach versus posterior surgery with costectomies in idiopathic thoracic scoliosis

摘要

IntroductionThe surgical approach in the treatment of idiopathic thoracic scoliosis depends on the type of curve involved. In anterior correction, the rib hump is corrected by derotating the thoracic spine. In posterior scoliosis surgery, additional rib hump resection is sometimes necessary to achieve an optimal cosmetic result. The aim of this study was to compare pulmonary function in these two patient groups.