Spinal fusion with Cotrel-Dubousset instrumentation for neuropathic scoliosis in patients with cerebral palsy.

Study Design: Retrospective.

Objective: To report on the treatment of patients with cerebral palsy and neuropathic scoliosis with third-generation instrumented spinal fusion by Cotrel-Dubousset instrumentation.

Summary Of Background Data: Second-generation instrumented spinal fusion is considered the standard for progressive neuropathic scoliosis in cerebral palsy, despite high complication rates.