| Literature DB >> 12524562 |
Sigurd Berven1, David S Bradford.
Abstract
Scoliosis is commonly associated with a variety of neuromuscular disorders including conditions affecting upper and lower motor neurons as well as myopathies. Contained herein is a discussion of the spectrum of neuromuscular disorders that have been associated with scoliosis and related spinal deformities. Management, including surgical treatment in such patients, is summarized including indications, expectations, and impact on trunk balance, pulmonary function, and appearance.Entities:
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Year: 2002 PMID: 12524562 DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-36540
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Semin Neurol ISSN: 0271-8235 Impact factor: 3.420