Theme: Spinal Fusion

Spinal Fusion Surgery: The role of the surgeon in pre-op assessment

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Spinal Fusion Surgery: The role of the surgeon in pre-op assessment

Surgeons understand that many different factors play into the child’s readiness for surgery and surgical outcomes. The better the pre-surgery assessment, the better the outcome. What happens during the surgery itself also affects outcome: Blood loss; Length of the surgery; Child’s inherent respiratory status (ability to manage coughs and secretions)