Does School Screening Affect Scoliosis Curve Magnitude at Presentation to a Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jspd.2017.12.007
Abstract: BACKGROUND With new data supporting the efficacy of bracing, the role of school screening for early detection of moderate scoliosis curves has been revisited. Because of a high rate of false-positive screening and cost concerns,… read more here.
Keywords: presentation; school; pediatric orthopedic; scoliosis ... See more keywords
The Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis International Disease Severity Study: Do Operative Curve Magnitude and Complications Vary by Country?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jspd.2019.04.004
Abstract: BACKGROUND The prevalence of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) in diverse regions of the world has been studied. Access to care varies widely, and differences in disease severity and operative treatment outcomes are not well understood.… read more here.
Keywords: magnitude; adolescent idiopathic; levels fused; curve magnitude ... See more keywords
Area Deprivation Index and Magnitude of Scoliosis at Presentation to a Tertiary Referral Scoliosis Clinic in Massachusetts
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DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000001869
Abstract: Background: There is growing interest in identifying predictors of large scoliosis curves at initial presentation, but few data to guide such preventive efforts. The association of neighborhood socioeconomic deprivation with curve magnitude in this context… read more here.
Keywords: curve magnitude; scoliosis; presentation; deprivation ... See more keywords
The Relationship Between Body Mass Index and the Magnitude of Curve at Diagnosis of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Retrospective Chart Review
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DOI: 10.2147/orr.s359394
Abstract: Purpose To evaluate the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and spinal curvature in patients presenting with idiopathic scoliosis at a major pediatric tertiary care centre. Patients and Methods Retrospective chart review (2015–2019). Data extracted… read more here.
Keywords: magnitude curve; relationship; curve; curve magnitude ... See more keywords