Pseudarthrosis resulting in complete paraplegia fifteen years after spinal fusion.
Paraplegia immediately following spinal fusion is a known problem. This case demonstrates the importance of long-term follow-up of fusion patients. Prompt attention must be given to any change in neurological status. A careful check must be made for pseudarthrosis and for secondary compression of the spinal cord as possible causes of neurological compromise.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010264:Paraplegia / Q000209:etiology*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D011542:Pseudarthrosis / Q000150:complications*; D012600:Scoliosis / Q000601:surgery*; D013117:Spinal Cord Compression / Q000209:etiology; D013123:Spinal Fusion / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000295:instrumentation