Scheuermann's disease

Scheuermann's disease is the most common cause of structural kyphosis in adolescence. The mode of inheritance is likely autosomal dominant and the etiology remains largely unknown. Indications for treatment remain controversial because the true natural history of the disease has not been clearl...

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Published inThe Orthopedic clinics of North America Vol. 30; no. 3; p. 475
Main Author Lowe, T G
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.07.1999
Subjects
Adolescent
Humans
Scheuermann Disease - diagnosis
Scheuermann Disease - therapy
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Summary:Scheuermann's disease is the most common cause of structural kyphosis in adolescence. The mode of inheritance is likely autosomal dominant and the etiology remains largely unknown. Indications for treatment remain controversial because the true natural history of the disease has not been clearly defined. Brace treatment appears to be very effective if the diagnosis is made early. Surgical treatment is rarely indicated for severe kyphosis (> 75 degrees ) with curve progression, refractory pain, or neurologic deficit.
ISSN:0030-5898
DOI:10.1016/s0030-5898(05)70100-0