Does the direction of pedicle screw rotation affect the biomechanics of direct transverse plane vertebral derotation?
STUDY DESIGN: In vitro biomechanical investigation using human cadaveric vertebrae. OBJECTIVE: Evaluate the biomechanical differences in transverse plane vertebral body derotation maneuvers of thoracic pedicle screws in both medial and lateral directions. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA: Thoracic pedicle screws are thought to have better vertebral rotation control and better segmental scoliosis correction compared to hooks and wires. Little data exists regarding the biomechanical stability of pedicle screws when derotated in either medial or lateral directions. METHODS: Vertebral bodies (T4-L5) from 12 cadavers were instrumented with appropriate length pedicle screws while measuring insertion torque. Each body was anchored for independent loading in medial or lateral directions. Each screw was rotated around a rod using a constant length lever arm (30.5 cm) rigidly attached to the screw head simulating the posterior vertebral derotation maneuver. Yield torques (Nm) were analyzed using a one
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