Outcomes of MCGR at > 3 year average follow-up in severe scoliosis: who undergoes elective revision vs UPROR?
Michelle Cameron WelbornDaniel BoutonPublished in: Spine deformity (2021)
This is the largest site study evaluating mid-term outcomes in MCGR patients. At > 3.5 year follow-up 47% were electively revised, 27% underwent UPROR, 26% were still lengthening, and 3% were being observed. UPROR was associated with male gender and age at implantation was associated with implant-related causes of UPROR. MCGR continues to have high complication rates, better knowledge of MCGR outcomes may improve patient education, surgical timing, and decision-making.