March 3, 2026

When are Short Fusions Successful in Cervical Deformity Surgery?

Key Points

Short fusions can achieve excellent outcomes but may not be suitable for all cases.
Patients with a baseline C2S angle greater than 26° are at higher risk for complications.
The analysis highlights the importance of assessing severity to prevent realignment failure.
Careful patient selection could enhance surgical success and reduce risks in cervical deformity procedures.

Abstract

Although short fusions can result in excellent outcomes with less extensive surgeries, those with more severe deformities may require longer fusions. SF should be avoided in patients with a BL C2S>26° due to the increased risk of complications and realignment failure.

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Themistocles Protopsaltis

Matthew S. Galetta

Fares Ani

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University of California, San Francisco

Washington University in St. Louis

Duke University

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When are Short Fusions Successful in Cervical Deformity Surgery?

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