Zhu JK, Li ZP, Zhou PH. Advances in 3D correction of adolescent scoliosis: The superiority of scoliocorrector fatma-UI in rotational realignment. World J Orthop 2025; 16(1): 102972 [PMID: 39850041 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v16.i1.102972]
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Jin-Ke Zhu, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhuji People's Hospital, No. 9 Jianmin Road, Taozhu Street, Zhuji 311899, Zhejiang Province, China. 15068988573@163.com
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Orthopedics
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Letter to the Editor
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Author contributions: Li ZP validation, writing of the original draft; Zhou PH formal Analysis, software and validation; Zhu JK conceptualization, writing, reviewing and editing. All authors participated in drafting the manuscript and all have read, contributed to, and approved the final version of the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Jin-Ke Zhu, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhuji People's Hospital, No. 9 Jianmin Road, Taozhu Street, Zhuji 311899, Zhejiang Province, China. 15068988573@163.com
Received: November 5, 2024 Revised: December 23, 2024 Accepted: January 2, 2025 Published online: January 18, 2025 Processing time: 70 Days and 23.4 Hours
Abstract
This letter compares the clinical efficacy and economic feasibility of the scoliocorrector fatma-UI (SCFUI) with direct vertebral rotation (DVR) in treating adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). SCFUI has shown promising results in three-dimensional spinal correction, providing superior rotational alignment compared to DVR and achieving significant improvements in coronal and sagittal planes. Additionally, SCFUI’s advanced design reduces risks associated with AIS surgeries and enhances overall patient outcomes. Economic analysis reveals SCFUI as a cost-effective option, potentially lowering long-term healthcare costs by minimizing complications and revisions. Our findings suggest that SCFUI is a viable, innovative approach in AIS treatment, meeting clinical and economic demands in orthopedic care.
Core Tip: The innovative scoliocorrector fatma-UI (SCFUI), a significant advancement in the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). It emphasizes SCFUI's efficacy in three-dimensional spinal deformity correction, comparing favorably to traditional methods. The document highlights the necessity for specialized training for surgeons in the use of SCFUI, its impact on long-term patient outcomes, and explores its cost-effectiveness. This comprehensive analysis positions SCFUI as a promising solution in AIS treatment, addressing current challenges and focusing on holistic patient care.
