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Spinal cord shape classification system (SCSCS)

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Classification-Spinal deformity
 

Measurement:

  • At the apex of the curve
  • T2 MRI

Description:

Type
Description
Outcome
Type 1
A symmetrical spinal cord shape and visible cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) between the spinal cord and osseous structures;
Protective against intraoperative data loss (OR = 0.17)
Type 2
A symmetrical spinal cord shape but no visible CSF between the spinal cord and osseous structures;
No association with data loss (OR = 0.66)
Type 3
Where the spinal cord is deformed against the apical concave pedicle/vertebral body, with no CSF between the spinal cord and the osseous structures
Higher odds of intraoperative data loss (OR = 28.3,
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