Anterior Scoliosis Correction in Immature Patients with Idiopathic Scoliosis

The current standard of care for skeletally immature patients with progressive scoliosis measuring>25 ° is a thoracolumbosacral orthosis. Recent evidence has established the efficacy of bracing in halting curve progression in patients with curves measuring 20°-40°. However, issues surrounding psychosocial impact, compliance, and the efficacy of bracing in larger curves remain. In patients with si gnificant growth remaining, anterior growth modulation surgery has been established as a unique and promising alternative.
Source: Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research