The more the better? Integration of vertebral pelvic angles (VPA) PJK thresholds to existing alignment schemas for prevention of mechanical complications after adult spinal deformity surgery.
Ankita DasOluwatobi O OnafowokanJamshaid MirRenaud LafageVirginie LafagePeter G PassiasPublished in: European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society (2024)
Vertebral pelvic angles are a reliable measure of global alignment, and respecting certain targets may help prevent development of PJK/PJF. The value of VPA can be augmented through integration with GAP/SAAS frameworks to prevent complications and improve quality of life.