The Supine, Sitting, and Lithotomy Positions

摘要: The authors discuss the sitting, supine, and lithotomy positions in spine surgery. Indications for each position are discussed, as advantages drawbacks of each. sitting is utilized posterior cervical some thoracic procedures. It allows excellent visualization diverts blood away from field. However, it associated with major complication air embolism can be difficult teams to use. supine widely straightforward its application. used anterior approaches spine. Improper positioning lead pressure ulcers neuropathies. rarely neurosurgery, but useful setting lumbar surgery patient spondyloptosis or a very steep sacral inclination. can, however, neuropathies dread compartment syndrome.