Evaluation of parallel endplate osteotomy for severe rigid spinal deformities: a retrospective analysis of 36 cases with a minimum 2-year follow-up

Table 2 SF-36 scores before surgery and at 12, 18 and 24 months postoperatively. (n = 36)

Time points	Physical Function	Role-Physical	Bodily Pain	General Health	Vitality	Social Function	Role-Emotional	Mental Health
Before surgery	62 ± 28	51 ± 26	49 ± 29	35 ± 30	53 ± 28	45 ± 30	32 ± 34	54 ± 18
After surgery
12 months	81 ± 16	66 ± 41	72 ± 40	64 ± 44	75 ± 25	71 ± 46	66 ± 34	76 ± 28
18 months	82 ± 32	67 ± 42	81 ± 30	71 ± 41	80 ± 30	74 ± 36	68 ± 35	85 ± 33
24 months	86 ± 21	83 ± 33	88 ± 26	79 ± 39	86 ± 36	86 ± 48	80 ± 47	91 ± 39

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