Evaluation of the Parameters Affecting Respiratory Functions at Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients

Conclusions: When considering the results of the current study and the other studies in the literature there is not any strong correlation between the features of scoliotic curvature and respiratory functions. In the current study, 52 (72.22%) of 72 patients with moderate to severe scoliosis had mild to severe respiratory dysfunction. Considering the age-related physiological respiratory loss, to evaluate the necessity of surgical treatment in patients with moderate and severe scoliosis, especially in patients with high AVR, the respiratory functions of the patient should also be evaluated. Level of Evidence: Level III.
Source: Journal of Spinal Disorders and Techniques - Category: Surgery Tags: Primary Research Source Type: research