Has anyone's child gone through VBT surgery?

Posted by shiasmom @shiasmom, Feb 25, 2021

My daughter is 12 and was recently found to have a 56 degree curve and qualifies for the VBT surgery. I know its a newer surgery and just recently passed FDA in 2019. I am nervous as everyone is. Mostly because it is a newer procedure but is non-invasive. I am concerned about the long-term effects. Sounds like there is a chance the cord could break and a 10 - 20% chance of another surgery to take place. Please tell me more about the experience, post surgery, pain level, comfortability, scarring, and anything else that would be helpful to know.

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Hello @trussel583a and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I know you are looking for a recommendation for a Phoenix surgeon. Please review this link for some additional information as it relates to neurosurgeons who both specialize in minimally invasive spine procedures.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/scoliosis/doctors-departments/ddc-20350725
Can you confirm if your son has scoliosis or if this is due to something else?

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Thank you for the info. Yes he has scoliosis and currently has a 47 degree curve.

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