The Role of MRI in Children With Congenital Limb Deficiencies With Associated Scoliosis

Conclusions: There is a high incidence of neural axis abnormalities (63%) in children with congenital limb deficiencies and scoliosis. A large portion of these require neurosurgical intervention. MRI should be considered soon after presentation in this population of children. Level of Evidence: Level IV. Design: Retrospective cohort.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Selected Items Source Type: research