The Pros and Cons of Operating Early Versus Late in the Progression of Cerebral Palsy Scoliosis

ConclusionsBeing proactive (Cobb <70°) has no advantage in terms of decreasing risks or improving outcomes compared to curves 70°–90°. However, delaying surgery to a curve greater than 90° increases the risk of infection, blood loss, and the need for anterior/posterior procedures. Ideally, surgery should be recommended for curves less than 90°.
Source: Spine Deformity - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research