Postero antero lateral decompression of the cord POSTERO ANTERO LATERAL MEDULLO SPINALIS DEKOMPRESYONU


Avman N., Ozdamar N.

Istanbul Tip Fakultesi Mecmuasi, vol.26, no.1, pp.53-62, 1973 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 26 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 1973
  • Journal Name: Istanbul Tip Fakultesi Mecmuasi
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.53-62
  • Ankara University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Seven cases of Pott's disease, complicated by paraplegia were operated on by antero postero lateral decompression. At the outset the technique of antero lateral decompression as reported by Capener, Seddon, Alexander and Martin was used but with modifications. After operation in 2 cases the paraplegia was markedly increased. Excellent results were obtained in 5 cases. In the postoperative period the usefulness of chemotherapy and stabilization of the spine with plaster are stressed.