Abstract
Background
In the last years, a new technique for pelvic fixation using ‘sacral alar-iliac’ screws has been proposed as an alternative to the classic ‘iliac wing’ screws and the old Galveston technique.
Methods
The authors provide a ‘step-by-step’ review of the technical details regarding this technique, as well as some important anatomical and radiological landmarks for its successful performance.
Conclusions
‘Sacral alar-iliac’ screws provide several advantages in relation to pelvic fixation with iliac bolts such as: better alignment with the rods, use of a ‘low-profile’ screw, and fixation of the sacroiliac (SI) joint, which avoids postoperative SI joint-related pain.
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Mattei, T.A., Fassett, D.R. Low-profile pelvic fixation with sacral alar-iliac screws. Acta Neurochir 155, 293–297 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00701-012-1560-5
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