Rasterstereographic back shape analysis in idiopathic scoliosis after posterior correction and fusion

Hackenberg, Lars; Hierholzer, E.; Pötzl, Wolfgang; Götze, Christian; Liljenqvist, Ulf

doi:10.1016/s0268-0033(03)00169-4

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“…In previous studies rasterstereography has proved to be a reliable method for precise 3D back shape measurement and for the reconstruction of the spinal shape avoiding any radiation exposure of the patient [8,9,[14][15][16]. In order to compare the back shape in standing and forward bending posture, two identical rasterstereographic devices were used.…”

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Rasterstereographic analysis of axial back surface rotation in standing versus forward bending posture in idiopathic scoliosis

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The forward bending test according to Adams and rib hump quantification by scoliometer are common clinical examination techniques in idiopathic scoliosis, although precise data about the change of axial surface rotation in forward bending posture are not available. In a pilot study the influence of leg length inequalities on the back shape of five normal subjects was clarified. Then 91 patients with idiopathic scoliosis with Cobb-angles between 20°and 82°were examined by rasterstereography, a 3D back surface analysis system.

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Rasterstereographic analysis of axial back surface rotation in standing versus forward bending posture in idiopathic scoliosis

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“…This, it is worth repeating, is something that has already been demonstrated by a considerable body of published literature (e.g. 4,5). In short, our message was not that rasterstereography can serve as a substitute for radiographs, when making clinical diagnosis of vertebral rotation.…”

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Answer to the Letter to the Editor of J. Padulo concerning: “Vertebral rotation in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis calculated by radiograph and back surface analysis-based methods: correlation between the Raimondi method and rasterstereography” by Mangone M, Raimondi P, Paoloni M, Pellanera S, Di Michele A, Di Renzo S, Vanadia M, Dimaggio M, Murgia M, Santilli V (2013) Eur Spine J 22:367–371

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2013

Eur Spine J

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“…It provides a three-dimensional analysis of the shape of the trunk, allowing a reconstruction of the spinal deformity. The accuracy of the method has been confirmed in patients with idiopathic scoliosis of up to 80° [44][45][46]. The apical vertebral lateral deviation measured with stereoradiography showed high correlation to the apical axial rotation on plain radiographs [47,48].…”

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Clinical investigation and imaging

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2013

Journal of Children's Orthopaedics

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Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) affects 2-4 % of children and is diagnosed between age 10 and skeletal maturity. The female to male ratio for mild curves less than 20°is 1.5:1; however, progression to a severe deformity occurs more often in females (Weinstein in JAMA 289(5): [559][560][561][562][563][564][565][566][567] 2003). Despite significant ongoing research, including into the genetic basis for AIS, there are currently no identifiable causes, and therefore the disorder still remains a diagnosis of exclusion. History, physical examination and radiographic assessment must exclude other possible causes of spinal deformity and are crucial in predicting the risk of curve progression. History should focus on family history, menarche, presence or absence of pain, sports activities and neurologic changes. Physical examination concentrates on anthropometric data, pubertal staging, neurologic testing and specific investigation of the spine, with the Adams' forward bending test being the most meaningful step to evaluate trunk rotation. Definitive diagnosis cannot be made without imaging. The gold standard remains plain radiography with assessment of the Cobb angle on a standing coronal radiograph of the entire spine. A lateral X-ray is used for assessing sagittal balance and for evaluating the deformity in the sagittal plane. If available, surface topography can accompany the followup in AIS, reducing the radiation exposure. The role of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in AIS is an ongoing matter of debate. Common indications for MRI are the presence of an atypical curve pattern and abnormal neurological findings. Keywords Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis Á Patient's history Á Clinical investigation Á Imaging Clinical investigation Medical historyEvaluation of a child with scoliosis should begin with a comprehensive and complete medical history focused on family history of scoliosis, complaints of pain, neurologic signs or symptoms, including bowel and bladder dysfunction, information on physical development and sports activities.Family history AIS is often seen in multiple members of one family, strongly suggesting a genetic component. A meta-analysis of studies of twins showed concordance for AIS in 73 % of monozygotic and 36 % of dizygotic twins [2]. A recent study confirmed the genetic etiology in AIS, but with a concordance being much lower [3]. Current research is focusing on identifying the multiple responsible genes that cause AIS and that probably play an important role in determining the risk of curve progression. In 2010 a DNAbased test (ScoliScore, Axial Biotech, Salt Lake City, USA) to predict spinal curve progression in AIS was presented and validated [4]. This promising tool will probably revolutionize future concepts of AIS treatment but so far it is applicable only to Caucasian females and males between ages 9-13 which have already been diagnosed with mild scoliosis (10-25°Cobb angle).

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Rasterstereographic back shape analysis in idiopathic scoliosis after posterior correction and fusion

Abstract: In the treatment of severe idiopathic scoliosis rasterstereography provides both a considerable reduction of X-rays and an objective documentation of the cosmesis before after scoliosis surgery.

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Rasterstereographic analysis of axial back surface rotation in standing versus forward bending posture in idiopathic scoliosis

Rasterstereographic analysis of axial back surface rotation in standing versus forward bending posture in idiopathic scoliosis

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