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GENEVAGENEVA

There may be several advantages to correct-ing Lenke 5C thoraco-lumbar/lumbar adoles-cent idiopathic scoliosis with posterior spinal arthrodesis rather than the more traditional method of anterior spi-nal arthrodesis, investi-gators found in a study

scheduled to be presented on Thursday at the 15th EFORT Congress – a combined program in partnership with the BOA in London.

Simon Benedict Roberts, MRCS, and col-leagues at the Scottish National Spinal Deformity Centre in Edinburgh conducted the largest study of its kind investigating outcomes after posterior spinal arthrodesis (PSA) for treating Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic sco-liosis (AIS) and used a novel unilateral segmental correction technique

Roberts said in an interview prior to EFORT that the study had also identifi ed fi ve radio-graphic parameters that correlated with the need for distal extension of PSA beyond the caudal Cobb level and used these parameters to develop a predictive equation surgeons can use to reliably inform lowest instrumented vertebra selection.

He said there are three main takeaways from the study results.

“Firstly, Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar ado-lescent idiopathic scoliosis can be effectively treated by posterior spinal fusion using pedicle screw instrumentation and a unilateral correction technique…Secondly, the need for extension of

the fusion distal to the caudal Cobb level is best guided by fi ve preoperative radiographic param-eters,” Roberts said. “Finally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive equation that has an 81% accuracy rate to determine the need for extending a fusion distally or not. This provides supportive and objective information for optimal surgical planning.”

The need to correctly determine the lowest instrumented vertebra, Roberts said, is important for the preservation of the distal motion segments

and to prevent postoperative spinal imbalance. For the study, Roberts and colleagues re-

viewed prospectively collected data for patients treated by Athanasios I. Tsirikos, FRCS, PhD, between November 2006 and August 2011. There were 72 patients who met the inclusion criteria and were followed up for 2 years post-operatively. All patients were diagnosed with thoracolumbar/lumbar AIS and treated with PSA using a unilateral convex segmental pedicle

Posterior arthrodesis for Lenke 5C AIS associated with excellent curve correction and patient satisfaction

There may be several advantages to correcting Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with posterior spinal arthrodesis rather than the more traditional method of anterior spinal arthrodesis, investigators found in a study scheduled to be presented on Thurs-day at the 15th EFORT Congress – a combined program in partnership with the BOA in London.

Simon Benedict Roberts, MRCS, and colleagues at the Scottish National Spinal Deformity Centre in Edinburgh conducted the largest study of its kind investigating outcomes after poste-rior spinal arthrodesis (PSA) for treating Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and used a novel unilateral segmental correction technique

Roberts said in an interview prior to EFORT that the study had also identifi ed fi ve radio-graphic parameters that correlated with the need for distal extension of PSA beyond the caudal Cobb level and used these parameters to develop a predictive equation surgeons can use to reliably inform lowest instrumented vertebra selection.

He said there are three main takeaways from the study results. “Firstly, Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis can be effectively

treated by posterior spinal fusion using pedicle screw instrumentation and a unilateral correction technique…Secondly, the need for extension of the fusion distal to the cab level is best guided by fi ve preoperative radiographic parameters,” Roberts said. “Finallyd. “Finally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive preoperative radiographic parameters,” Roberts said. “Fi-nally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive

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DAILY NEWSLONDON • ENGLANDA SLACK Incorporated® publication

The 15th EFORT Congress in London will be held in partnership with the British Or-thopaedic Association (BOA). The aim of the partnership between EFORT and the BOA is to join the educa-tional activities of the two organizations and demonstrate the most innovative techniques in Europe, and in par-ticular the United Kingdom, to the entire orthopaedic commu-nity.

“Since the fi rst days of EFORT, the members of the [BOA] account for the highest numbers of participants and, with their enthusiasm and high methodical participation, they have contributed in a large way to the increasing scientifi c recognition of the EFORT Congress,”Manuel Cassiano-Neves, MD, president of EFORT and director of the Children’s Ortho-paedic Department, Hospital Dona Estefânia in Lisbon, said. “For this reason, it makes sense to have a fully integrated meeting between the two organizations during the London meet-ing.”

In 2010, EFORT organized a combined meeting with the Spanish Society of Ortho-paedics and Traumatology. However, this year is the fi rst time that the Congress collaborated with another organization for the entire sci-entifi c program.

“Holding a combined Congress with EFORT provides the ideal forum for trauma and or-

thopaedic surgeons, residents and trainees to meet, network and exchange knowledge and ideas,” Timothy Briggs, president of the BOA and director of Strategy and External Affairs at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Lon-don, said. “The environment is unique in cre-ating interaction amongst colleagues from all the European countries and offers a platform for the BOA to push forward the debate on current issues affecting the trauma and ortho-paedic community.”

According to Cassiano-Neves, the labor

movement across Europe has become more widespread and, as a result, a number of con-cerns have been raised regarding the standard of knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons work-ing in Europe. For this reason, EFORT increased the inclusion of activities of orthopaedic edu-cation in Europe and representation of EFORT within the European community.

Stephen Cannon, MA, McHOrth, FRCS, MB, Bchir, chair of the Local Organising Commit-tee and consultant orthopaedic surgeon in the

EFORT, BOA partner to educate attendees on innovative techniques across Europe

London is the host city of the 15th EFORT Congress. See page 8 for a London City Guide.

Manuel Cassiano-Neves

Welcome to London

• Opening Ceremony The Opening Ceremony for the 15th EFORT Congress will take place today at 12:00.

• Nurse Day Nurse Day will be held from 9:00 - 18:30 in the Lisbon Room.

• Patient Safety The Patient Safety Sym-posium will be held from 17:00 - 19:00 in the London Room.

Patient Safety ThemeLearn about the theme of the 15th EFORT Congress . . . page 3

Exhibitor ListingRead a full listing of exhibitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Active shoulder ROM tests for kids limitedFabian Van Dr Bunt, MD presents fi ndings from his study on shoulder ROM in children . . . . . . . page 9

Nurse DayFull-day session focuses on nurses' role in orthopaedics . . . . . . . . .page 10

AAOS Featured as Guest NationAAOS presents updates in US orthopaedics . . . . . . . . . page 11

15TH EFORT CONGRESS – A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOA

Featured Sessions

Schedule of Events

(EFORT continued on page 10)

EFORT Orthofix Lunch Symposium

A Revolution in Damage Control Surgery and TraumaThursday June 5, 12.45-14.15, Room CopenhagenT. Bégué, Paris, FranceP. Giannoudis, Leeds, UKW.T. Gordon, Washington DC, USS. Naique, London, UKS. Nayagam, Liverpool, UK

33rd EFORT CongressLondon, United Kingdom | 4-6 June 2014

Orthofix Extremity Fixation. Experience Passion.

4 JUNE 2014

Healio.com/Orthopaedics

DAILY NEWSLONDON • ENGLANDA SLACK Incorporated® publication

The 15th EFORT Congress in London will be held in partnership with the British Or-thopaedic Association (BOA). The aim of the partnership between EFORT and the BOA is to join the educa-tional activities of the two organizations and demonstrate the most innovative techniques in Europe, and in par-ticular the United Kingdom, to the entire orthopaedic commu-nity.

“Since the fi rst days of EFORT, the members of the [BOA] account for the highest numbers of participants and, with their enthusiasm and high methodical participation, they have contributed in a large way to the increasing scientifi c recognition of the EFORT Congress,”Manuel Cassiano-Neves, MD, president of EFORT and director of the Children’s Ortho-paedic Department, Hospital Dona Estefânia in Lisbon, said. “For this reason, it makes sense to have a fully integrated meeting between the two organizations during the London meet-ing.”

In 2010, EFORT organized a combined meeting with the Spanish Society of Ortho-paedics and Traumatology. However, this year is the fi rst time that the Congress collaborated with another organization for the entire sci-entifi c program.

“Holding a combined Congress with EFORT provides the ideal forum for trauma and or-

thopaedic surgeons, residents and trainees to meet, network and exchange knowledge and ideas,” Timothy Briggs, president of the BOA and director of Strategy and External Affairs at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Lon-don, said. “The environment is unique in cre-ating interaction amongst colleagues from all the European countries and offers a platform for the BOA to push forward the debate on current issues affecting the trauma and ortho-paedic community.”

According to Cassiano-Neves, the labor

movement across Europe has become more widespread and, as a result, a number of con-cerns have been raised regarding the standard of knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons work-ing in Europe. For this reason, EFORT increased the inclusion of activities of orthopaedic edu-cation in Europe and representation of EFORT within the European community.

Stephen Cannon, MA, McHOrth, FRCS, MB, Bchir, chair of the Local Organising Commit-tee and consultant orthopaedic surgeon in the

EFORT, BOA partner to educate attendees on innovative techniques across Europe

London is the host city of the 15th EFORT Congress. See page 8 for a London City Guide.

Manuel Cassiano-Neves

Welcome to London

• Opening Ceremony The Opening Ceremony for the 15th EFORT Congress will take place today at 12:00.

• Nurse Day Nurse Day will be held from 9:00 - 18:30 in the Lisbon Room.

• Patient Safety The Patient Safety Sym-posium will be held from 17:00 - 19:00 in the London Room.

Patient Safety ThemeLearn about the theme of the 15th EFORT Congress . . . page 3

Exhibitor ListingRead a full listing of exhibitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Active shoulder ROM tests for kids limitedFabian Van Dr Bunt, MD presents fi ndings from his study on shoulder ROM in children . . . . . . . page 9

Nurse DayFull-day session focuses on nurses' role in orthopaedics . . . . . . . . .page 10

AAOS Featured as Guest NationAAOS presents updates in US orthopaedics . . . . . . . . . page 11

15TH EFORT CONGRESS – A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOA

Featured Sessions

Schedule of Events

(EFORT continued on page 10)

EFORT Orthofix Lunch Symposium

A Revolution in Damage Control Surgery and TraumaThursday June 5, 12.45-14.15, Room CopenhagenT. Bégué, Paris, FranceP. Giannoudis, Leeds, UKW.T. Gordon, Washington DC, USS. Naique, London, UKS. Nayagam, Liverpool, UK

33rd EFORT CongressLondon, United Kingdom | 4-6 June 2014

Orthofix Extremity Fixation. Experience Passion.

4 JUNE 2014

Healio.com/Orthopaedics

DAILY NEWSA SLACK Incorporated® publication17th EFORT CONGRESS — A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SWISS ORTHOPAEDICS

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GENEVAGENEVA

There may be several advantages to correct-ing Lenke 5C thoraco-lumbar/lumbar adoles-cent idiopathic scoliosis with posterior spinal arthrodesis rather than the more traditional method of anterior spi-nal arthrodesis, investi-gators found in a study

scheduled to be presented on Thursday at the 15th EFORT Congress – a combined program in partnership with the BOA in London.

Simon Benedict Roberts, MRCS, and col-leagues at the Scottish National Spinal Deformity Centre in Edinburgh conducted the largest study of its kind investigating outcomes after posterior spinal arthrodesis (PSA) for treating Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic sco-liosis (AIS) and used a novel unilateral segmental correction technique

Roberts said in an interview prior to EFORT that the study had also identifi ed fi ve radio-graphic parameters that correlated with the need for distal extension of PSA beyond the caudal Cobb level and used these parameters to develop a predictive equation surgeons can use to reliably inform lowest instrumented vertebra selection.

He said there are three main takeaways from the study results.

“Firstly, Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar ado-lescent idiopathic scoliosis can be effectively treated by posterior spinal fusion using pedicle screw instrumentation and a unilateral correction technique…Secondly, the need for extension of

the fusion distal to the caudal Cobb level is best guided by fi ve preoperative radiographic param-eters,” Roberts said. “Finally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive equation that has an 81% accuracy rate to determine the need for extending a fusion distally or not. This provides supportive and objective information for optimal surgical planning.”

The need to correctly determine the lowest instrumented vertebra, Roberts said, is important for the preservation of the distal motion segments

and to prevent postoperative spinal imbalance. For the study, Roberts and colleagues re-

viewed prospectively collected data for patients treated by Athanasios I. Tsirikos, FRCS, PhD, between November 2006 and August 2011. There were 72 patients who met the inclusion criteria and were followed up for 2 years post-operatively. All patients were diagnosed with thoracolumbar/lumbar AIS and treated with PSA using a unilateral convex segmental pedicle

Posterior arthrodesis for Lenke 5C AIS associated with excellent curve correction and patient satisfaction

There may be several advantages to correcting Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with posterior spinal arthrodesis rather than the more traditional method of anterior spinal arthrodesis, investigators found in a study scheduled to be presented on Thurs-day at the 15th EFORT Congress – a combined program in partnership with the BOA in London.

Simon Benedict Roberts, MRCS, and colleagues at the Scottish National Spinal Deformity Centre in Edinburgh conducted the largest study of its kind investigating outcomes after poste-rior spinal arthrodesis (PSA) for treating Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and used a novel unilateral segmental correction technique

Roberts said in an interview prior to EFORT that the study had also identifi ed fi ve radio-graphic parameters that correlated with the need for distal extension of PSA beyond the caudal Cobb level and used these parameters to develop a predictive equation surgeons can use to reliably inform lowest instrumented vertebra selection.

He said there are three main takeaways from the study results. “Firstly, Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis can be effectively

treated by posterior spinal fusion using pedicle screw instrumentation and a unilateral correction technique…Secondly, the need for extension of the fusion distal to the cab level is best guided by fi ve preoperative radiographic parameters,” Roberts said. “Finallyd. “Finally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive preoperative radiographic parameters,” Roberts said. “Fi-nally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive

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1 JUNE 2016

ote.Healio.com

DAILY NEWSLONDON • ENGLANDA SLACK Incorporated® publication

The 15th EFORT Congress in London will be held in partnership with the British Or-thopaedic Association (BOA). The aim of the partnership between EFORT and the BOA is to join the educa-tional activities of the two organizations and demonstrate the most innovative techniques in Europe, and in par-ticular the United Kingdom, to the entire orthopaedic commu-nity.

“Since the fi rst days of EFORT, the members of the [BOA] account for the highest numbers of participants and, with their enthusiasm and high methodical participation, they have contributed in a large way to the increasing scientifi c recognition of the EFORT Congress,”Manuel Cassiano-Neves, MD, president of EFORT and director of the Children’s Ortho-paedic Department, Hospital Dona Estefânia in Lisbon, said. “For this reason, it makes sense to have a fully integrated meeting between the two organizations during the London meet-ing.”

In 2010, EFORT organized a combined meeting with the Spanish Society of Ortho-paedics and Traumatology. However, this year is the fi rst time that the Congress collaborated with another organization for the entire sci-entifi c program.

“Holding a combined Congress with EFORT provides the ideal forum for trauma and or-

thopaedic surgeons, residents and trainees to meet, network and exchange knowledge and ideas,” Timothy Briggs, president of the BOA and director of Strategy and External Affairs at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Lon-don, said. “The environment is unique in cre-ating interaction amongst colleagues from all the European countries and offers a platform for the BOA to push forward the debate on current issues affecting the trauma and ortho-paedic community.”

According to Cassiano-Neves, the labor

movement across Europe has become more widespread and, as a result, a number of con-cerns have been raised regarding the standard of knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons work-ing in Europe. For this reason, EFORT increased the inclusion of activities of orthopaedic edu-cation in Europe and representation of EFORT within the European community.

Stephen Cannon, MA, McHOrth, FRCS, MB, Bchir, chair of the Local Organising Commit-tee and consultant orthopaedic surgeon in the

EFORT, BOA partner to educate attendees on innovative techniques across Europe

London is the host city of the 15th EFORT Congress. See page 8 for a London City Guide.

Manuel Cassiano-Neves

Welcome to London

• Opening Ceremony The Opening Ceremony for the 15th EFORT Congress will take place today at 12:00.

• Nurse Day Nurse Day will be held from 9:00 - 18:30 in the Lisbon Room.

• Patient Safety The Patient Safety Sym-posium will be held from 17:00 - 19:00 in the London Room.

Patient Safety ThemeLearn about the theme of the 15th EFORT Congress . . . page 3

Exhibitor ListingRead a full listing of exhibitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Active shoulder ROM tests for kids limitedFabian Van Dr Bunt, MD presents fi ndings from his study on shoulder ROM in children . . . . . . . page 9

Nurse DayFull-day session focuses on nurses' role in orthopaedics . . . . . . . . .page 10

AAOS Featured as Guest NationAAOS presents updates in US orthopaedics . . . . . . . . . page 11

15TH EFORT CONGRESS – A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOA

Featured Sessions

Schedule of Events

(EFORT continued on page 10)

EFORT Orthofix Lunch Symposium

A Revolution in Damage Control Surgery and TraumaThursday June 5, 12.45-14.15, Room CopenhagenT. Bégué, Paris, FranceP. Giannoudis, Leeds, UKW.T. Gordon, Washington DC, USS. Naique, London, UKS. Nayagam, Liverpool, UK

33rd EFORT CongressLondon, United Kingdom | 4-6 June 2014

Orthofix Extremity Fixation. Experience Passion.

4 JUNE 2014

Healio.com/Orthopaedics

DAILY NEWSLONDON • ENGLANDA SLACK Incorporated® publication

The 15th EFORT Congress in London will be held in partnership with the British Or-thopaedic Association (BOA). The aim of the partnership between EFORT and the BOA is to join the educa-tional activities of the two organizations and demonstrate the most innovative techniques in Europe, and in par-ticular the United Kingdom, to the entire orthopaedic commu-nity.

“Since the fi rst days of EFORT, the members of the [BOA] account for the highest numbers of participants and, with their enthusiasm and high methodical participation, they have contributed in a large way to the increasing scientifi c recognition of the EFORT Congress,”Manuel Cassiano-Neves, MD, president of EFORT and director of the Children’s Ortho-paedic Department, Hospital Dona Estefânia in Lisbon, said. “For this reason, it makes sense to have a fully integrated meeting between the two organizations during the London meet-ing.”

In 2010, EFORT organized a combined meeting with the Spanish Society of Ortho-paedics and Traumatology. However, this year is the fi rst time that the Congress collaborated with another organization for the entire sci-entifi c program.

“Holding a combined Congress with EFORT provides the ideal forum for trauma and or-

thopaedic surgeons, residents and trainees to meet, network and exchange knowledge and ideas,” Timothy Briggs, president of the BOA and director of Strategy and External Affairs at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Lon-don, said. “The environment is unique in cre-ating interaction amongst colleagues from all the European countries and offers a platform for the BOA to push forward the debate on current issues affecting the trauma and ortho-paedic community.”

According to Cassiano-Neves, the labor

movement across Europe has become more widespread and, as a result, a number of con-cerns have been raised regarding the standard of knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons work-ing in Europe. For this reason, EFORT increased the inclusion of activities of orthopaedic edu-cation in Europe and representation of EFORT within the European community.

Stephen Cannon, MA, McHOrth, FRCS, MB, Bchir, chair of the Local Organising Commit-tee and consultant orthopaedic surgeon in the

EFORT, BOA partner to educate attendees on innovative techniques across Europe

London is the host city of the 15th EFORT Congress. See page 8 for a London City Guide.

Manuel Cassiano-Neves

Welcome to London

• Opening Ceremony The Opening Ceremony for the 15th EFORT Congress will take place today at 12:00.

• Nurse Day Nurse Day will be held from 9:00 - 18:30 in the Lisbon Room.

• Patient Safety The Patient Safety Sym-posium will be held from 17:00 - 19:00 in the London Room.

Patient Safety ThemeLearn about the theme of the 15th EFORT Congress . . . page 3

Exhibitor ListingRead a full listing of exhibitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Active shoulder ROM tests for kids limitedFabian Van Dr Bunt, MD presents fi ndings from his study on shoulder ROM in children . . . . . . . page 9

Nurse DayFull-day session focuses on nurses' role in orthopaedics . . . . . . . . .page 10

AAOS Featured as Guest NationAAOS presents updates in US orthopaedics . . . . . . . . . page 11

15TH EFORT CONGRESS – A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOA

Featured Sessions

Schedule of Events

(EFORT continued on page 10)

EFORT Orthofix Lunch Symposium

A Revolution in Damage Control Surgery and TraumaThursday June 5, 12.45-14.15, Room CopenhagenT. Bégué, Paris, FranceP. Giannoudis, Leeds, UKW.T. Gordon, Washington DC, USS. Naique, London, UKS. Nayagam, Liverpool, UK

33rd EFORT CongressLondon, United Kingdom | 4-6 June 2014

Orthofix Extremity Fixation. Experience Passion.

4 JUNE 2014

Healio.com/Orthopaedics

DAILY NEWSA SLACK Incorporated® publication17th EFORT CONGRESS — A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SWISS ORTHOPAEDICS

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Featured Sessions

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GENEVAGENEVA

There may be several advantages to correct-ing Lenke 5C thoraco-lumbar/lumbar adoles-cent idiopathic scoliosis with posterior spinal arthrodesis rather than the more traditional method of anterior spi-nal arthrodesis, investi-gators found in a study

scheduled to be presented on Thursday at the 15th EFORT Congress – a combined program in partnership with the BOA in London.

Simon Benedict Roberts, MRCS, and col-leagues at the Scottish National Spinal Deformity Centre in Edinburgh conducted the largest study of its kind investigating outcomes after posterior spinal arthrodesis (PSA) for treating Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic sco-liosis (AIS) and used a novel unilateral segmental correction technique

Roberts said in an interview prior to EFORT that the study had also identifi ed fi ve radio-graphic parameters that correlated with the need for distal extension of PSA beyond the caudal Cobb level and used these parameters to develop a predictive equation surgeons can use to reliably inform lowest instrumented vertebra selection.

He said there are three main takeaways from the study results.

“Firstly, Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar ado-lescent idiopathic scoliosis can be effectively treated by posterior spinal fusion using pedicle screw instrumentation and a unilateral correction technique…Secondly, the need for extension of

the fusion distal to the caudal Cobb level is best guided by fi ve preoperative radiographic param-eters,” Roberts said. “Finally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive equation that has an 81% accuracy rate to determine the need for extending a fusion distally or not. This provides supportive and objective information for optimal surgical planning.”

The need to correctly determine the lowest instrumented vertebra, Roberts said, is important for the preservation of the distal motion segments

and to prevent postoperative spinal imbalance. For the study, Roberts and colleagues re-

viewed prospectively collected data for patients treated by Athanasios I. Tsirikos, FRCS, PhD, between November 2006 and August 2011. There were 72 patients who met the inclusion criteria and were followed up for 2 years post-operatively. All patients were diagnosed with thoracolumbar/lumbar AIS and treated with PSA using a unilateral convex segmental pedicle

Posterior arthrodesis for Lenke 5C AIS associated with excellent curve correction and patient satisfaction

There may be several advantages to correcting Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis with posterior spinal arthrodesis rather than the more traditional method of anterior spinal arthrodesis, investigators found in a study scheduled to be presented on Thurs-day at the 15th EFORT Congress – a combined program in partnership with the BOA in London.

Simon Benedict Roberts, MRCS, and colleagues at the Scottish National Spinal Deformity Centre in Edinburgh conducted the largest study of its kind investigating outcomes after poste-rior spinal arthrodesis (PSA) for treating Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and used a novel unilateral segmental correction technique

Roberts said in an interview prior to EFORT that the study had also identifi ed fi ve radio-graphic parameters that correlated with the need for distal extension of PSA beyond the caudal Cobb level and used these parameters to develop a predictive equation surgeons can use to reliably inform lowest instrumented vertebra selection.

He said there are three main takeaways from the study results. “Firstly, Lenke 5C thoracolumbar/lumbar adolescent idiopathic scoliosis can be effectively

treated by posterior spinal fusion using pedicle screw instrumentation and a unilateral correction technique…Secondly, the need for extension of the fusion distal to the cab level is best guided by fi ve preoperative radiographic parameters,” Roberts said. “Finallyd. “Finally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive preoperative radiographic parameters,” Roberts said. “Fi-nally, you can incorporate these fi ve parameters into a predictive

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Associated with excellent curve

(xxxxxxxxxxx continued on page xx)

(xxxxxxxxxxx continued on page xx)

1 JUNE 2016

ote.Healio.com

DAILY NEWSLONDON • ENGLANDA SLACK Incorporated® publication

The 15th EFORT Congress in London will be held in partnership with the British Or-thopaedic Association (BOA). The aim of the partnership between EFORT and the BOA is to join the educa-tional activities of the two organizations and demonstrate the most innovative techniques in Europe, and in par-ticular the United Kingdom, to the entire orthopaedic commu-nity.

“Since the fi rst days of EFORT, the members of the [BOA] account for the highest numbers of participants and, with their enthusiasm and high methodical participation, they have contributed in a large way to the increasing scientifi c recognition of the EFORT Congress,”Manuel Cassiano-Neves, MD, president of EFORT and director of the Children’s Ortho-paedic Department, Hospital Dona Estefânia in Lisbon, said. “For this reason, it makes sense to have a fully integrated meeting between the two organizations during the London meet-ing.”

In 2010, EFORT organized a combined meeting with the Spanish Society of Ortho-paedics and Traumatology. However, this year is the fi rst time that the Congress collaborated with another organization for the entire sci-entifi c program.

“Holding a combined Congress with EFORT provides the ideal forum for trauma and or-

thopaedic surgeons, residents and trainees to meet, network and exchange knowledge and ideas,” Timothy Briggs, president of the BOA and director of Strategy and External Affairs at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Lon-don, said. “The environment is unique in cre-ating interaction amongst colleagues from all the European countries and offers a platform for the BOA to push forward the debate on current issues affecting the trauma and ortho-paedic community.”

According to Cassiano-Neves, the labor

movement across Europe has become more widespread and, as a result, a number of con-cerns have been raised regarding the standard of knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons work-ing in Europe. For this reason, EFORT increased the inclusion of activities of orthopaedic edu-cation in Europe and representation of EFORT within the European community.

Stephen Cannon, MA, McHOrth, FRCS, MB, Bchir, chair of the Local Organising Commit-tee and consultant orthopaedic surgeon in the

EFORT, BOA partner to educate attendees on innovative techniques across Europe

London is the host city of the 15th EFORT Congress. See page 8 for a London City Guide.

Manuel Cassiano-Neves

Welcome to London

• Opening Ceremony The Opening Ceremony for the 15th EFORT Congress will take place today at 12:00.

• Nurse Day Nurse Day will be held from 9:00 - 18:30 in the Lisbon Room.

• Patient Safety The Patient Safety Sym-posium will be held from 17:00 - 19:00 in the London Room.

Patient Safety ThemeLearn about the theme of the 15th EFORT Congress . . . page 3

Exhibitor ListingRead a full listing of exhibitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Active shoulder ROM tests for kids limitedFabian Van Dr Bunt, MD presents fi ndings from his study on shoulder ROM in children . . . . . . . page 9

Nurse DayFull-day session focuses on nurses' role in orthopaedics . . . . . . . . .page 10

AAOS Featured as Guest NationAAOS presents updates in US orthopaedics . . . . . . . . . page 11

15TH EFORT CONGRESS – A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOA

Featured Sessions

Schedule of Events

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EFORT Orthofix Lunch Symposium

A Revolution in Damage Control Surgery and TraumaThursday June 5, 12.45-14.15, Room CopenhagenT. Bégué, Paris, FranceP. Giannoudis, Leeds, UKW.T. Gordon, Washington DC, USS. Naique, London, UKS. Nayagam, Liverpool, UK

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The 15th EFORT Congress in London will be held in partnership with the British Or-thopaedic Association (BOA). The aim of the partnership between EFORT and the BOA is to join the educa-tional activities of the two organizations and demonstrate the most innovative techniques in Europe, and in par-ticular the United Kingdom, to the entire orthopaedic commu-nity.

“Since the fi rst days of EFORT, the members of the [BOA] account for the highest numbers of participants and, with their enthusiasm and high methodical participation, they have contributed in a large way to the increasing scientifi c recognition of the EFORT Congress,”Manuel Cassiano-Neves, MD, president of EFORT and director of the Children’s Ortho-paedic Department, Hospital Dona Estefânia in Lisbon, said. “For this reason, it makes sense to have a fully integrated meeting between the two organizations during the London meet-ing.”

In 2010, EFORT organized a combined meeting with the Spanish Society of Ortho-paedics and Traumatology. However, this year is the fi rst time that the Congress collaborated with another organization for the entire sci-entifi c program.

“Holding a combined Congress with EFORT provides the ideal forum for trauma and or-

thopaedic surgeons, residents and trainees to meet, network and exchange knowledge and ideas,” Timothy Briggs, president of the BOA and director of Strategy and External Affairs at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Lon-don, said. “The environment is unique in cre-ating interaction amongst colleagues from all the European countries and offers a platform for the BOA to push forward the debate on current issues affecting the trauma and ortho-paedic community.”

According to Cassiano-Neves, the labor

movement across Europe has become more widespread and, as a result, a number of con-cerns have been raised regarding the standard of knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons work-ing in Europe. For this reason, EFORT increased the inclusion of activities of orthopaedic edu-cation in Europe and representation of EFORT within the European community.

Stephen Cannon, MA, McHOrth, FRCS, MB, Bchir, chair of the Local Organising Commit-tee and consultant orthopaedic surgeon in the

EFORT, BOA partner to educate attendees on innovative techniques across Europe

London is the host city of the 15th EFORT Congress. See page 8 for a London City Guide.

Manuel Cassiano-Neves

Welcome to London

• Opening Ceremony The Opening Ceremony for the 15th EFORT Congress will take place today at 12:00.

• Nurse Day Nurse Day will be held from 9:00 - 18:30 in the Lisbon Room.

• Patient Safety The Patient Safety Sym-posium will be held from 17:00 - 19:00 in the London Room.

Patient Safety ThemeLearn about the theme of the 15th EFORT Congress . . . page 3

Exhibitor ListingRead a full listing of exhibitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

Active shoulder ROM tests for kids limitedFabian Van Dr Bunt, MD presents fi ndings from his study on shoulder ROM in children . . . . . . . page 9

Nurse DayFull-day session focuses on nurses' role in orthopaedics . . . . . . . . .page 10

AAOS Featured as Guest NationAAOS presents updates in US orthopaedics . . . . . . . . . page 11

15TH EFORT CONGRESS – A COMBINED PROGRAMME IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BOA

Featured Sessions

Schedule of Events

(EFORT continued on page 10)

EFORT Orthofix Lunch Symposium

A Revolution in Damage Control Surgery and TraumaThursday June 5, 12.45-14.15, Room CopenhagenT. Bégué, Paris, FranceP. Giannoudis, Leeds, UKW.T. Gordon, Washington DC, USS. Naique, London, UKS. Nayagam, Liverpool, UK

33rd EFORT CongressLondon, United Kingdom | 4-6 June 2014

Orthofix Extremity Fixation. Experience Passion.

4 JUNE 2014

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