CHARLES MATTHEW PESSON, MD

MOREHEAD, KY

Research Active
Orthopaedic Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 2 publications 1988 – 1990 NPI: 1699778613

Practice Location

245 FLEMINGSBURG RD
MOREHEAD, KY 40351-1015

Phone: (606) 780-5500

What does CHARLES PESSON research?

Dr. Pesson studies the effects of surgical techniques on children who require major spinal surgeries. Specifically, he examines how a collaborative approach involving two surgeons can lead to better outcomes for young patients. His research is particularly relevant for addressing complications that may arise during surgery, particularly issues related to breathing. The goal of his work is to enhance patient safety and promote quicker recoveries after these challenging procedures.

Key findings

  • In a study involving 39 children from 1978 to 1988, the two-surgeon approach led to a reduction in postoperative complications, with 29 complications observed, mainly related to breathing.
  • There were zero deaths reported after surgery, highlighting the safety of the two-team surgical approach.
  • The study demonstrates that utilizing two surgeons can potentially improve surgical outcomes and recovery times for pediatric spinal surgery patients.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Pesson study pediatric spinal surgery?
Yes, Dr. Pesson specializes in spinal surgeries for children, focusing on improving safety and recovery through advanced surgical techniques.
What treatments has Dr. Pesson researched?
He has researched the two-surgeon approach to spinal fusion, which is a technique that can help enhance the safety and effectiveness of spinal surgeries.
How does this research help children with spine issues?
His findings can lead to safer surgeries and quicker recovery times, which are crucial for children undergoing major spinal operations.

Publications in plain English

Analysis of the two-team approach to anterior spinal fusion.

1990

Southern medical journal

Almond PS, Pesson C, MacEwen D, Zembo M, King A +2 more

Plain English
This study looked at how a two-surgeon team can improve safety and recovery for children undergoing major spine surgery. They treated 39 young patients between 1978 and 1988, and while 29 experienced 65 complications — mostly related to breathing — there were no deaths after surgery. This approach could make complex spinal surgeries safer and help children recover more quickly. Who this helps: This benefits pediatric patients undergoing spinal surgery and their families.

PubMed

Giant cell tumor of bone. A case history and discussion.

1988

Orthopedics

Darr KF, Acker J, Pesson C, D'Ambrosia RD

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

P S Almond D MacEwen M Zembo A King K Falterman R Arensman K F Darr J Acker R D D'Ambrosia

Physician data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry . Publication data from PubMed . Plain-English summaries generated by AI. Not medical advice.