Author:
Segi Naoki,Ando Kei,Nakashima Hiroaki,Machino Masaaki,Ito Sadayuki,Koshimizu Hiroyuki,Tomita Hiroyuki,Imagama Shiro
Abstract
Background:
Posterior decompression surgery consisting of laminoplasty is generally considered be the treatment of choice for upper thoracic OPLL. Here, we describe a patient who, 10 years following a C3–T4 level laminectomy, developed recurrent OPLL at the T2–3 level with kyphosis requiring a posterior fusion.
Case Description:
A 64-year-old male with CT documented OPLL at the C3–4, C6–7, and T1–4 levels, originally underwent a cervicothoracic laminectomy with good results. However, 10 years later, when T2–3 OPLL recurred along with kyphosis, he warranted an additional posterior fusion.
Conclusion:
Due to the long-term risks of developing kyphotic deformity/instability, more patients undergoing initial decompressive surgery alone for upper thoracic OPLL should be considered for primary fusions.
Subject
Neurology (clinical),Surgery
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