Abstract
Multilevel laminotomy entails the risk of instability of the spine. In this paper, we propose an application of the open-door laminoplasty technique in pediatric spinal neurosurgery. A standard laminotomy is performed at one side while a groove is drilled out at the other side to preserve the internal periosteum of the lamina. This allows a rolling elevation without complete separation of the laminae. The advantages of such a method are discussed.
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Kehrli, P., Bergamaschi, R. & Maitrot, D. Open-door laminoplasty in pediatric spinal neurosurgery. Child's Nerv Syst 12, 551–552 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00261609
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00261609