Intraoperative Ultrasound Provides Dynamic, Real-Time Evaluation of the Spinal Cord and Can Be Useful in Cases of Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Signal Changes: A Report of 3 Cases. Issue 1 (January 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Cao, Lisa A.; Skaggs, David L.; Gipsman, Aaron; Kiehna, Erin; Andras, Lindsay M.
• Is Part Of: JBJS case connector. Volume 10:Issue 1(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-01
• Subjects: Orthopedic surgery -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Orthopedic surgery -- Periodicals; Orthopedics; Orthopedic Procedures; Orthopedic surgery; Periodicals; Electronic journals; Case studies; Periodicals; 616.7
• DOI: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.18.00501
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2160-3251

Abstract

Abstract : Cases: We describe 3 pediatric spinal deformity cases that experienced neuromonitoring changes or neurologic changes in which intraoperative ultrasound allowed for evaluation of the site of cord compression to direct management. This resulted in complete neurologic recovery in all 3 patients. Conclusions: Intraoperative ultrasound is a useful adjunct in pediatric orthopaedic spine surgery with neuromonitoring signal loss.