A review of the hemivertebrae and hemivertebra resection
Beixi Bao, Hui Yan, Jiaguang Tang
Abstract
Hemivertebra (HV) is a congenital spinal abnormality. Most hemivertebrae have normal growth plates so create a progressive deformity with growth leading to asymmetric loads on adjacent vertebrae which also show an asymmetric growth. We review the condition and its treatment.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineDeformityResectionSpinal deformityAbnormalitySurgeryAnatomyPsychiatryScoliosis diagnosis and treatmentSpinal Fractures and Fixation TechniquesMedical Imaging and Analysis