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ArticleSpine deformity2026

Severe cervical deformity due to neurofibromatosis type 1 treated by posterior spinal fusion using a multi-rod construct: a case report.

Shota Shimizu, Masashi Uehara, Shota Ikegami, Yoshinari Miyaoka, Hiroki Oba, Daisuke Kurogochi, Takuma Fukuzawa, Shinji Sasao, Jun Takahashi

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Shota ShimizuDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.
Masashi UeharaDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan. masashi_u560613@yahoo.co.jp.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0718-6357
Shota IkegamiDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.
Yoshinari MiyaokaDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.
Hiroki ObaDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.
Daisuke KurogochiDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.
Takuma FukuzawaDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.
Shinji SasaoDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.
Jun TakahashiDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shinshu University School of Medicine, 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan.

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Abstract

purposeNeurofibromatosis type 1 (NF-1) has been associated with scoliosis, cervical deformity, and other spinal deformities. In progressive cases of NF-1-associated cervical deformity, surgical intervention may be required to prevent further deterioration. However, there remain no generally recognized guidelines on the surgical strategy for NF-1-related cervical deformity. CASE PRESENTATION: A 39-year-old man with diagnosed NF-1 was airlifted to our hospital due to neck pain and bilateral upper extremity paralysis. X-rays and computed tomography (CT) revealed severe neck deformity, including anterior displacement of the C5 vertebral body. We performed laminectomy (C4-C6), posterior fixation (C2-T2), and autologous bone grafting using a pedicle screw construct with cobalt-chromium rods in addition to accessory rods for reinforcement. No surgery-related adverse events were recorded. Successful bone fusion was confirmed by X-rays and CT 2 years postoperatively, with no noticeable correction loss.

conclusionIn the reported case of severe cervical deformity attributed to NF-1, posterior spinal fusion using a multi-rod construct achieved favorable outcomes and may be considered a viable treatment option.

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Cervical VertebraeNeurofibromatosis 1Spinal FusionAdultBone TransplantationHumansLaminectomyMaleTomography, X-Ray ComputedTreatment OutcomeCervical deformityCervical spondylotic myelopathyNeurofibromatosis type 1

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