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Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery · 2001 · Vol. 83(8) · pp. 1169–1181

Lawrence G. Lenke✉Randal R. Betz(Washington University in St. Louis)Jürgen Harms(Washington University in St. Louis)Keith H. BridwellDylan N. Clements(Washington University in St. Louis)Thomas G. Lowe(Washington University in St. Louis)Kathy Blanke(Washington University in St. Louis)

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Abstract

This new two-dimensional classification of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, as tested by two groups of surgeons, was shown to be much more reliable than the King system. Additional studies are necessary to determine the versatility, reliability, and accuracy of the classification for defining the vertebrae to be included in an arthrodesis.

Scoliosis diagnosis and treatment Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques Hip disorders and treatmentsCoronal planeSagittal planeScoliosisRadiographyLumbarSupine positionMedicineOrthodonticsSurgeryAnatomy