Lumbar Spondylolysis After Surgery for Scoliosis: Two Case Reports
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Nikaido Takuya, Matsuo Yohei, Watanabe Kazuyuki, Kato Kinshi, Kobayashi Hiroshi, Nakamura Masataka, Kameda Takuya, Kaneuchi Yoichi, Hakozaki Michiyuki, Sekiguchi Miho, Otani Koji, Yabuki Shoji, Matsumoto Yoshihiro
Primary Institution: Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
What is the relationship between sports activity and lumbar spondylolysis after corrective fusion surgery for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis?
Conclusion
Two cases of lumbar spondylolysis occurred in adolescent girls who returned to high-level badminton after corrective fusion surgery for scoliosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Both patients developed lumbar spondylolysis in the lower instrumented adjacent vertebrae after returning to high-level badminton.
- Previous reports indicate that new-onset spondylolysis after corrective fusion surgery for scoliosis is extremely rare.
- Patients were allowed to return to sports after a specified recovery period post-surgery.
Takeaway
Two girls who had surgery for their curved spines got hurt while playing badminton later. This shows that playing sports after such surgery can sometimes lead to back problems.
Methodology
Case reports of two adolescent girls who developed lumbar spondylolysis after returning to sports following corrective fusion surgery.
Limitations
The cases are limited to two patients, which may not represent the broader population.
Participant Demographics
Two female adolescents aged 12 and 13 at the time of surgery.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website