Pedicle Morphology of the Lower Thoracic, Lumbar, and S1 Vertebrae: An Indian Perspective

Abstract

Significant differences exist between the pedicles of Indian and white populations. It is suggested that preoperative computed tomography scans of the patients must be evaluated to choose the appropriately sized implant and avoid inadvertent complications. Preparation of the pedicle intraoperatively should take into account the orientation of the transverse pedicle angle.