Etiology of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Literature Review
Asian Spine Journal
;
: 519-526, 2019.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-762938
ABSTRACT
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is the peripubertal development of spinal curvature of a minimum of 10°. AIS is thought to be attributable to genetic factors, nutrition, early exposure to toxins, and hormonal dysregulation. Recent literature suggests these factors may compound to determine both disease onset and severity. Currently, treatment is limited to observation, bracing, and surgical intervention. Intervention is presently determined by severity and risk of curve progression. As they emerge, new therapies may target specific etiologies of AIS.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Scoliosis
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Spinal Curvatures
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Braces
Type of study:
Etiology study
Limits:
Adolescent
/
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Asian Spine Journal
Year:
2019
Type:
Article
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