Early onset scoliosis (EOS) is a complex spinal deformity that which remains an unsolved problem in the early growing years represents. Frequent observations and follow-up checks with suitable Measurement methods are important in order to obtain the best possible treatment Correction and stabilization of the spine until the final Ensure skeletal maturity. If the EOS is not handled correctly it can not only affect the physical appearance, but also limit the vital capacity of the child’s lungs. Use current surgical procedures Distraction systems, all of them 6 to 9 months need to be extended. These repeated surgical interventions are at an increased rate Risk of post-operative infections and other complications tied together. The SHILLA ™ Growth Guidance System enables Correction of the deformity, permanent maintenance of the correction and the reduction of repeat operations to skeletal maturity.
The SHILLA ™ Growth Guidance System is indicated for the Correction and maintenance of correction of multiplanars Spinal deformities in severe, progressive, life-threatening early-onset scoliosis, accompanied by thoracic Insufficiency and spinal growth insufficiency requiring a surgical Require treatment before age 10. The SHILLA ™ Growth Guidance System is removed again after skeletal maturity has been reached. Severe, progressive early-onset scoliosis is defined as one Cobb angles greater than 40 ° in the frontal plane or a difference the rib-vortex angle of more than 20 °.
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