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3-DEMO classification of scoliosis - Part I

Negrini1 et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Three-dimensional easy morphological (3-DEMO) classification of scoliosis, part I Stefano Negrini1, Alberto Negrini1, Salvatore Atanasio and Giorgio C Santambrogio ISICO (Italian Scientific Spine Institute) Milan, Italy Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi IRCCS-ONLUS, Milan, Italy Department of Bioengineering, Polytechnic of Milan, Italy Scoliosis 2006, 1:20 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-20

3-DEMO classification of scoliosis - Part II

Negrini & Negrini — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

The three-dimensional easy morphological (3-DEMO) classification of scoliosis, part II: repeatability Alberto Negrini and Stefano Negrini ISICO (Italian Scientific Spine Institute), Milan and Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi IRCCS-ONLUS, Milan, Italy Scoliosis 2006, 1:23 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-23

3-DEMO classification of scoliosis � Part III

Negrini & Negrini — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

The three-dimensional easy morphological (3-DEMO) classification of scoliosis � Part III, correlation with clinical classification and parameters Stefano Negrini and Alberto Negrini ISICO (Italian Scientific Spine Institute), Milan and Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi IRCCS-ONLUS, Milan, Italy Scoliosis 2007, 2:5 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-2-5

A Dutch guideline for the treatment of scoliosis in neuromuscular disorders

Mullender et al — 2008-09-27 09:09:31 GMT

Children with neuromuscular disorders with a progressive muscle weakness such as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Spinal Muscular Atrophy frequently develop a progressive scoliosis. A severe scoliosis compromises respiratory function, makes sitting more difficult, and is perceived as unaesthetic. Spinal surgery is considered the primary treatment option for correcting severe scoliosis in neuromuscular disorders. Surgery in this population requires a multidisciplinary approach, careful planning, dedicated surgical procedures, and specialized after care.
M. G. Mullender , N. A. Blom , M. De Kleuver , J. M. Fock , W. M.G.C. Hitters , A. M.C. Horemans , C. J. Kalkman , J. E.H. Pruijs , R. R. Timmer , P. J. Titarsolej , N. C. Van Haasteren , M J. Van Tol-de Jager , A. J. Van Vught and B. J. Van Royen Scoliosis 2008, 3:14 Full text available

A segmental radiological study of the spine and rib � cage in children with progressive Infantile Idiopathic Scoliosis

Grivas et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

A segmental radiological study of the spine and rib � cage in children with progressive Infantile Idiopathic Scoliosis Theodoros B Grivas1 , Geoffrey R Burwell2 , Elias S Vasiliadis1 and John K Webb3 1Orthopaedic Department, "Thriasion" General Hospital, G. Gennimata Av. 19600, Magoula, Attica, Greece 2School of Biomedical Sciences, Medical School, Queen's Medical Centre, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK 3Centre for Spinal Studies, University Hospital, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK Scoliosis 2006, 1:17 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-17

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Asher & Burton — 2006-04-01 09:09:31 GMT

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: natural history and long term treatment effects Marc A Asher and Douglas C Burton Scoliosis 2006, 1:2 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-2 Published 31 March 2006 Abstract (provisional) Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is a lifetime, probably systemic condition of unknown cause, resulting in a spinal curve or curves of ten degrees or more in about 2.5% of most populations. However, in only about 0.25% does the curve progress to the point that treatment is warranted. Untreated, adolescent idiopathic scoliosis does not increase mortality rate, even though on rare occasions it can progress to the >100o range and cause premature death. The rate of shortness of breath is not increased, although patients with 50o curves at maturity or 80o curves during adulthood are at increased risk of developing shortness of breath. Compared to non-scoliotic controls, most patients with untreated adolescent idiopathic scoliosis function at or near normal levels. They do have increased pain prevalence and may or may not have increased pain severity. Self-image is often decreased. Mental health is usually not affected. Social function, including marriage and childbearing may be affected, but only at the threshold of relatively larger curves. Non-operative treatment consists of bracing for curves of 25o to 35o or 40o in patients with one to two years or more of growth remaining. Curve progression of [greater than or equal to]6o is 20 to 40% more likely with observation than with bracing. Operative treatment consists of instrumentation and arthrodesis to realign and stabilize the most affected portion of the spine. Lasting curve improvement of approximately 40% is usually achieved. In the most completely studied series to date, at 20 to 28 years follow-up both braced and operated patients had similar, significant, and clinically meaningful reduced function and increased pain compared to non-scoliotic controls. However, their function and pain scores were much closer to normal than patient groups with other, more serious conditions. Risks associated with treatment include temporary decrease in self-image in braced patients. Operated patients face the usual risks of major surgery, a 6 to 29% chance of requiring re-operation, and the remote possibility of developing a pain management problem. Knowledge of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis natural history and long-term treatment effects is and will always remain somewhat incomplete. However, enough is know to provide patients and parents the information needed to make informed decisions about management options.

Association between adolescent idiopathic scoliosis prevalence and age at menarche

Grivas et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Association between adolescent idiopathic scoliosis prevalence and age at menarche in different geographic latitudes Theodoros B Grivas , Elias Vasiliadis , Vasilios Mouzakis , Constantinos Mihas and Georgios Koufopoulos Orthopaedic Department, "Thriasio" General Hospital, G. Gennimata Av. 19600, Magoula, Attica, Greece Scoliosis 2006, 1:9 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-9

Atlanto-axial rotatory fixation in a girl with Spondylocarpotarsal synostosis syndrome

Al Kaissil et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Atlanto-axial rotatory fixation in a girl with Spondylocarpotarsal synostosis syndrome Ali Al Kaissi1 ,2 , Farid Ben Chehida3 , Hassan Gharbi3 , Maher Ben Ghachem2 , Franz Grill4 and Klaus Klaushofer1 1Ludwig-Boltzmann Institute of Osteology at the Hanusch Hospital of WGKK and AUVA Trauma Centre Meidling, 4th Medical Department, Hanusch Hospital. Heinrich Collins Str. 30 A-1140, Vienna, Austria 2Department of Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery-Children Hospital of Tunis, Jabari, 1007 Tunisia 3Center of Radiology-Department of Imaging Studies-Ibn Zohr Institute, Tunis, City El-Khadra 1003, Tunisia 4Orthopaedic Hospital of Speising, Paediatric Department, 109-Speisninger Str. Vienna-1130, Austria Scoliosis 2006, 1:15 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-15

Biomechanical simulations of the scoliotic deformation process in the pinealectomized chicken

Lafortune et al — 2007-11-14 09:09:31 GMT

Biomechanical simulations of the scoliotic deformation process in the pinealectomized chicken: a preliminary study Lafortune P, Aubin CE, Boulanger H, Villemure I, Bagnall KM, Moreau A Scoliosis 2007, 2:16
The proposed biomechanical model presents a novel approach to realistically simulate the scoliotic deformation process in pinealectomized chickens and investigate different parameters influencing the progression of scoliosis.

Biomechanical spinal growth modulation and progressive adolescent scoliosis

Stokes et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Biomechanical spinal growth modulation and progressive adolescent scoliosis � a test of the 'vicious cycle' pathogenetic hypothesis: Summary of an electronic focus group debate of the IBSE Ian AF Stokes1 , R Geoffrey Burwell2 and Peter H Dangerfield3 1Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont 05405, USA 2The Centre for Spinal Studies & Surgery, Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK 3Sherrington Buildings, Ashton Street, Liverpool, L69 3GE, UK Scoliosis 2006, 1:16 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-16

Clinical improvement and radiological progression in a girl with early onset scoliosis treated conservatively

Weiss — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Clinical improvement and radiological progression in a girl with early onset scoliosis (EOS) treated conservatively � a case report Hans-Rudolf Weiss Asklepios Katharina Schroth Spinal Deformities Rehabilitation Centre, Bad Sobernheim, Germany Scoliosis 2006, 1:13 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-13

Correction effects of the ScoliOlogiC Ch�neau light brace in patients with scoliosis

Weiss et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Correction effects of the ScoliOlogiC� �Ch�neau light" brace in patients with scoliosis Hans-Rudolf Weiss1 , Mario Werkmann2 and Carola Stephan1 1Asklepios Katharina Schroth Spinal Deformities Rehabilitation Centre, Korczakstr. 2, D-55566 Bad Sobernheim, Germany 2Orthomed Scolicare, Orthopedic Technical Services, D-55566 Bad Sobernheim, Germany Scoliosis 2007, 2:2 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-2-2

Development and preliminary validation of Brace Questionnaire

Vasiliadis1 et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Development and preliminary validation of Brace Questionnaire (BrQ): a new instrument for measuring quality of life of brace treated scoliotics Elias Vasiliadis1 , Theodoros B Grivas1 and Konstantina Gkoltsiou2 1Orthopaedic Department, "Thriasion" General Hospital, G. Gennimata Av. 19600, Magoula, Attica, Greece 22 Pediatric Department, Children's Hospital, "P.&A. Kyriakou", University of Athens Medical School, Thivon & Levadias, Goudi, 11527, Athens, Greece Scoliosis 2006, 1:7 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-1-7

Discrepancy in clinical versus radiological parameters describing deformity

Kotwicki et al — 2007-12-04 09:09:31 GMT

Discrepancy in clinical versus radiological parameters describing deformity due to brace treatment for moderate idiopathic scoliosis Tomasz Kotwicki , Edyta Kinel , Wanda Stryla and Andrzej Szulc
Scoliosis 2007, 2:18
Conclusions (1) Adolescent girls wearing the brace for idiopathic scoliosis of 25 to 40 degrees of Cobb angle, reveal smaller clinical rotational deformity of their back than non-treated girls having similar radiological deformity. (2) Evaluation of the results of treatment for idiopathic scoliosis should consider parameters describing both clinical and radiological deformity.

Estimation of the stress related to conservative scoliosis therapy

Kotwicki et al — 2007-07-21 09:09:31 GMT

Estimation of the stress related to conservative scoliosis therapy: an analysis based on BSSQ questionnaires Tomasz Kotwicki1 , Edyta Kinel2 , Wanda Stry�a2 and Andrzej Szulc1 1Department of Pediatric Orthopedics and Traumatology, University of Medical Sciences of Poznan, ul. 28 Czerwca 1956 roku nr 135, 61-545 Poznan, Poland 2Department of Rehabilitation, University of Medical Sciences of Poznan ul. 28 Czerwca 1956 roku nr 135, 61-545 Poznan, Poland Scoliosis 2007, 2:1 doi:10.1186/1748-7161-2-1