Table 2: Implant evaluation according to the classification proposed by Wiesner and Schizas.

Grade

Description

Cortical encroachment

Questionable perforation.

Frank penetration:

Distance that the edge of the screw thread extended outside the pedicle cortex.

 

Minor

≤ 2.0 mm.

 

Moderate:

2.1-4 mm or < 1 screw thread diameter.

 

Severe:

> 4 mm or > 1 screw diameter.