Clinical reflections on single event multilevel surgery in children with cerebral palsy: a case series of 10 patients

E Venkateshulu; Sundaresh Krishnagiri; Kantesh L. Yallapur; B. N. Pavan Kumar

doi:10.18203/issn.2455-4510.IntJResOrthop20252657

Authors

E Venkateshulu Department of Orthopaedic, BMCRC, Ballari, Karnataka, India
Sundaresh Krishnagiri Department of Orthopaedic, BMCRC, Ballari, Karnataka, India
Kantesh L. Yallapur Sundaresh Krishnagiri
B. N. Pavan Kumar Department of Orthopaedic, BMCRC, Ballari, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2455-4510.IntJResOrthop20252657

Keywords:

Cerebral palsy, SEMLS, Gait abnormality, Orthopedic surgery, Spastic diplegia, Rehabilitation

Abstract

Single event multilevel surgery (SEMLS) is a comprehensive orthopedic surgical approach designed to correct multiple musculoskeletal deformities in a single operative session in patients with cerebral palsy (CP). This journal reflects on the principles, benefits, limitations, and a clinical case outcome of SEMLS, with emphasis on functional improvement and rehabilitation challenges. SEMLS remains a gold standard surgical approach in moderate to severe spastic CP cases with multilevel involvement. Long-term success hinges on meticulous planning, postoperative care, and patient compliance with rehabilitation protocols.

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