• Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China.;
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【Abstract】 Objective  To review the progress in the research of complications after expansive laminoplasty such as axial symptom, kyphotic deformity, and segmental motor paralysis. Methods  Recent articles about complications after expansive laminoplasty were reviewed, and comprehensive analysis was done. Results  The pathogenesis of axial symptom, kyphotic deformity, and segmental motor paralysis has not yet fully been understood, but has brought new finding, such as the importance of the spinous process-ligament-muscle complex, C5 palsy theory, and the involvement of the spinal cord mechanism. Conclusion  The pathogenesis of axial symptom, kyphotic deformity, and segmental motor paralysis should be further investigated to prevent and treat the complications.

Citation: XING Rong,KONG Qingquan.. RESEARCH PROGRESS OF COMPLICATIONS OF EXPANSIVE LAMINOPLASTY. Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery, 2012, 26(3): 284-288. doi: Copy