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Research advances in spinal fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

  • Zhao Jun
  • , Wang Peixin*
  • , Wang Xingsheng
  • , Xu Shihong
  • , Jiang Zhaoyang
  • , Wang Xiaoqiang
  • , Yang Hongjuan
  • *Corresponding author for this work
  • Gansu University of Chinese Medicine

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Abstract

As a common spinal deformity,adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is frequently characterized by scoliosis phis spinal migration and vertebral rotation. Spinal fusion is a primary treatment for AIS patients with scoliosis angle greater than 45 degrees. It helps to correct the deformity, prevent scoliosis progression and maintain spinal balance. This review summarized the latest researches on the treatment of AIS with spinal fusion.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)698-700
Number of pages3
JournalJournal of Clinical Pediatric Surgery
Volume22
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Child
  • Operative
  • Spinal Diseases
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Surgical Procedures

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