title: Internal fixation of the spine for idiopathic scoliosis using square-ended distraction rods and lamina wiring (Harrington-Luque technique).
abstract: The Harrington- Luque technique was used to treat five cases of idiopathic scoliosis. In all cases satisfactory correction was obtained. The advantages of this technique include biomechanically stable fixation, post-operative immobilization in removable underarm orthoses, and the ability to correct a two-plane deformity (i.e., lordoscoliosis ). The potential disadvantages include increased operating time, possible neural injury, and failure of instrumentation.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011182:Postoperative Care; D012600:Scoliosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D013123:Spinal Fusion / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D014945:Wound Healing