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Idiopathic scoliosis and epidemiology: a narrative review

Year: 2021

Type: review

Abstract: Idiopathic scoliosis is a problem that affects a great number of patients of all ages causing pain, imbalance and prohibiting the development of the angular curve. Idiopathic scoliosis causes a number of alterations in the spine that can result in cardio- respiratory failure and mobility issues. In this review, we study the latest literature publications regarding the starting age, the types of scoliosis and the pathogenesis of the disease. We also analyze the epidemiological factors of the syndrome according to the current literature.

Source: Acta Orthopaedica Et Traumatologica Hellenica

Authors: F. Kakridonis, Eleni Pappa, Ioannis G. Papanikolaou, I. Trantos, I. Chatzikomninos

Language: English

Topic: Scoliosis diagnosis and treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W3206206486

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