Aarons spine, before and after

Here is the model of the whole thing, the before image made from his CT.



And here are two side views that show you his hemi-vertebrae. Look for the little ones that aren't the right shape; they're too small. See the one near the bottom, 4th from the bottom?




And from the other side, count three normal vertebrae down from the top and right below it is the second hemi-vertebrae.




And HERE is what Aaron's spine looks like now! See his pins and rods? And look at that straight spine!!



Aaron was responsive the whole time and he did need a small blood transfusion. We are waiting to be called back to see Aaron in the pediatric ICU.


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