Effects of low bone mineral status on biomechanical characteristics in idiopathic scoliotic spinal deformity

Low bone mass in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients has been well reported. Poor bone quality was regarded as a new and unique prognostic factor in aggravating the curve progression. However, the potential biomechanical correlation between them remains unclear.
Source: World Neurosurgery - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Tags: Original article Source Type: research