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Published in: Child's Nervous System 11/2018

01-11-2018 | Review Paper

A comprehensive review of the diagnosis and management of congenital scoliosis

Authors: Charles E. Mackel, Ajit Jada, Amer F. Samdani, James H. Stephen, James T. Bennett, Ali A. Baaj, Steven W. Hwang

Published in: Child's Nervous System | Issue 11/2018

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Abstract

Purpose

To provide the reader with a comprehensive but concise understanding of congenital scoliosis

Methods

We have undertaken to summarize available literature on the pathophysiology, epidemiology, and management of congenital scoliosis.

Results

Congenital scoliosis represents 10% of pediatric spine deformity and is a developmental error in segmentation, formation, or a combination of both leading to curvature of the spine. Treatment options are complicated by balancing growth potential with curve severity. Often associated abnormalities of cardiac, genitourinary, or intraspinal systems are concurrent and should be evaluated as part of the diagnostic work-up. Management balances the risk of progression, growth potential, lung development/function, and associated risks. Surgical treatment options involve growth-permitting systems or fusions.

Conclusion

Congenital scoliosis is a complex spinal problem associated with many other anomalous findings. Treatment options are diverse but enable optimization of management and care of these children.
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Metadata
Title
A comprehensive review of the diagnosis and management of congenital scoliosis
Authors
Charles E. Mackel
Ajit Jada
Amer F. Samdani
James H. Stephen
James T. Bennett
Ali A. Baaj
Steven W. Hwang
Publication date
01-11-2018
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Child's Nervous System / Issue 11/2018
Print ISSN: 0256-7040
Electronic ISSN: 1433-0350
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-018-3915-6

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