Selective Thoracic Fusion for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: Long-Term Radiographic and Functional Outcomes*
ConclusionAt an average 33-year follow-up, the lumbar curve in STF is unchanged, with patients functioning well and mild radiographic changes in the lumbar spine.
Source: Spine Deformity - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
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