Table 3.
Correlation analyses between pedicle screw density and postoperative radiographic assessment in regards to patient’s age
Patient’s age | Patients with age <15 yr (n=62) | Patients with age >15 yr (n=60) | ||
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r | p-value | r | p-value | |
Percent major curve correction | 0.15 | 0.24 | 0.08 | 0.55 |
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Correction index | 0.19 | 0.12 | 0.03 | 0.80 |
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Change in T2–T12 kyphosis angle (°) | −0.09 | 0.49 | −0.15 | 0.26 |
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Percent rib index correction | −0.06 | 0.68 | −0.15 | 0.29 |