Estimated cumulative radiation exposure in patients treated for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

[摘要] Purpose Adolescent idiopoathic scoliosis (AIS) is a progressive spinal deformity, most often observed in female patients of pubescent age. The deformity’s severity, its progression through time, its treatment and subsequent follow-up are assessed with routine radiological evaluation of the patient’s full spine. This study aimed to determine the cumulative radiation exposure in average patients with AIS treated by brace or surgery throughout their treatment.

[学科分类] 骨科学

[关键词] Radiation exposure;Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis;Brace treatment;Posterior spinal fusion;Fluoroscopy;3D printed guides