Efficacy of intervertebral release combined with asymmetric osteotomy in rigid degenerative scoliosis.

Purpose: The aim of this study is to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of treating patients with rigid degenerative scoliosis by restoring intervertebral balance through a combination of interbody release and asymmetric grade 1 and 2 osteotomy.

Method: The medical collected clinical and radiographic data of patients with rigid degenerative scoliosis from our department between 2015 and 2022. A total of 60 patients were included in the study, comprising 20 males and 40 females, with an average follow-up period of 30.