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What are the differences between an open and an endoscopic procedure?

April 26, 2017differences Endoscopic procedure

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What are the differences between an open and an endoscopic procedure?

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Endoscopic surgery utilizes cameras and instruments which are manipulated through small portals in multiple places on the body to correct and stabilize the scoliosis. The incisions for endoscopic surgery are narrow. This technique is best applied to single thoracic curves in young patients with extremely flexible spines. Failures have occurred because of the technical difficulties in placing strong enough instrumentation and applying enough corrective force through small incisions to induce adequate correction.