European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
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The introduction of magnetic expansion control growth rods for the surgical management of EOS has gained popularity. However, there are no published studies on the incidence of proximal junctional kyphosis (PJK) using this technique. ⋯ The incidence of PJK in EOS patients treated with magnetic rods is favourably comparable to that reported with traditional growth rods. Also, children who are male, syndromic, hyperkyphotic, and younger must be monitored closely.
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To investigate the predictive role of rib-vertebral angle (RVA) measurements in early adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) girls with right thoracic curve during brace treatment. ⋯ The initial RVAD ≥20° and CRVA ≤68° serve as valid factors in predicting the risk of curve progression during bracing in early AIS. Constant watch on RVAD and CRVA can help to more accurately predict the effectiveness of bracing in these patients.
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Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Preliminary comparison of primary and conversion surgery with magnetically controlled growing rods in children with early onset scoliosis.
Non-invasive distraction of magnetically controlled growing rods (MCGR) avoids repeated surgical lengthening in patients with early onset scoliosis, but it is not known how effective this technique is in previously operated children. ⋯ III.