Scheuermann's kyphosis is a structural deformity of the thoracic or thoracolumbar spine, which can result in severe pain, neurological compromise and cosmetic dissatisfaction. Modern surgical techniques have improved correction through a posterior-only or antero-posterior approach but can result in significant morbidity. We present our results of the surgical management of severe Scheuermann's kyphosis by a single surgeon with respect to deformity correction, global balance parameters, functional outcomes and complications at latest follow-up. We included 49 patients, of which 46 had thoracic and 3 had thoracolumbar kyphosis. Surgical indications included persistent back pain, progressive deformity, neurological compromise and poor self-image. Fourty-seven patients underwent posterior-only and 2 antero-posterior spinal arthrodesis utilising Chevron-type osteotomies and hybrid instrumentation. Mean age at surgery was 16.0 years with mean postoperative follow-up of 4.5 years. Mean kyphosis corrected from 92.1o to 46.9o (p<0.001). Concomitant scoliosis was eliminated in all of the 28 affected patients. Coronal and sagittal balance was corrected in all patients. Mean blood loss was 24% total blood volume. Mean operation time was 4.3 hours with mean inpatient stay of 9 days.
