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Surgical outcomes for the PJK and non-PJK groups: Japanese version of the Scoliosis Research Society-22 Outcomes Questionnaire
| Variable | Function/activity | Pain | Self image | Mental health | Total score | Satisfaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prior to surgery | ||||||
| PJK | 2.4 | 2.7 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 2.4 | - |
| Non-PJK | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.2 | 2.7 | 2.6 | - |
| p-value | 0.33 | 0.92 | 0.57 | 0.44 | 0.68 | - |
| 2 Years after surgery | ||||||
| PJK | 3.5 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 3.9 |
| Non-PJK | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.1 |
| p-value | 0.25 | 0.98 | 0.26 | 0.91 | 0.51 | 0.64 |
PJK, proximal junctional kyphosis.
