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Scoliosis Outcomes Database Registry

Description:

The goal of this study is to monitor long term-outcomes of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients who receive surgical treatment, and patients who choose not to have surgery.

Who May Qualify?:

Patients aged <26 years diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis and have a curve large enough that surgery would be an option. Patients can be pursuing surgery or have elected not to have surgery

Who Does Not Qualify:

Patients with previous spinal surgery, Neuromuscular or other serious comorbidities, thoracogenic or cardiogenic scoliosis, associated syndrome or developmental delay

Interested in participating?

We are currently recruiting

Study Sponsor:

Setting Scoliosis Straight/Harms Study Group

Full IRB Study Title:

Scoliosis Outcomes Database Registry

IRB Study ID:

1618237

If you are interested in this study or have questions about your child's eligibility, please contact:

Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute, 330-543-3193 or email research@akronchildrens.org

Lead Investigator

Todd Ritzman, MD, FAAOS, FAOA

Chair, Department of Orthopedics; Director, Spine Center; Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
Fracture ClinicOrthopedicsPediatric Neuromuscular ClinicSpine Center

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