Relationship between degree of focal kyphosis correction and neurological outcomes for patients undergoing cervical deformity correction surgery

Abstract

The authors' results suggest that the degree of correction of focal kyphosis deformity correlates with improved neurological outcomes. The authors also saw a positive relationship between attainment of global lordosis and improved mJOA scores. With consideration for the risks involved in correction surgery, this information can be used to help guide surgical strategy decision making.