Post‐operative Neuropathic Fractures in Patients with Myelomeningocele

Abstract

Neuropathic fractures are common after major surgical procedures to stabilize the hip or spine in patients with myelomeningocele. Complications resulting from such fractures are frequently observed. The fractures occur particularly in the more severely involved children and are associated with prolonged immobilization after surgery. All necessary surgery should be done within the shortest possible time, and prolonged immobilization should be avoided if possible.