Osteoporosis and adult spinal deformity—a review for spinal surgeons by the SRS adult spinal deformity task force on senescence
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: PURPOSE: To explore the understanding of osteoporosis in the context of adult spinal deformity (ASD) surgery with a focus on diagnosis, surgical risks, non-operative, and operative treatment techniques. METHODS: A comprehensive literature search was performed. Articles were identified using the search terms "osteoporosis," "adult spinal deformity," "scoliosis," and "spine surgery." Relevant studies were selected based on their focus on the intersection of these topics with an emphasis on utility in spine surgery. RESULTS: This review discusses osteoporosis diagnosis, surgical risks, and non-operative, and surgical treatments in the context of ASD surgery with a focus on clinical applications. Areas for future growth are highlighted. CONCLUSION: As adult spinal deformity (ASD) patients increase globally, the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) formed a task force to improve understanding of osteoporosis and its impact on this vulnerable population. This review brings together the latest research on the topic and highlights this area as one of critical importance and growth in the field.
Source: Spine Deformity
Institutions: University of California, Los Angeles, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, University of California San Diego, Washington University in St. Louis, Duke University, Sint Maartenskliniek, University of California, San Francisco, International University of Health and Welfare, Stanford Medicine, Stanford University, Radboud University Nijmegen, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego, Scripps Clinic
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,190
OpenAlex ID: W7157006971