An estimated 9 million children every year are affected by pediatric spinal deformities
encompassing a broad spectrum of pathologies. New classification systems innovative imaging
modalities and advances in surgical techniques have contributed to a continually evolving
evidence-based treatment paradigm. Patient variables such as the age of onset severity course
of deformity progression as well as the availability of technology pose individualized
challenges. AOSpine Masters Series Volume 9: Pediatric Spinal Deformity is a concise yet
comprehensive review of fundamental surgical and nonsurgical approaches contemporary issues
and treatment obstacles. Internationally renowned spine surgeons Luis Roberto Vialle Marinus
de Kleuver and Sigurd Berven and a cadre of esteemed contributors deliver a state-of-the-art
reference on deformities of the pediatric spine. From early childhood to adolescent spine
disorders 17 richly illustrated chapters cover diagnosis preoperative evaluation imaging
spine surgery interventions non-fusion procedures and long-term management. Key Highlights
Overviews on the classification and natural history of early onset scoliosis and adolescent
idiopathic scoliosis with subsequent chapters covering non-operative management and
contemporary surgical techniques Evidence-based discussion of long-term surgical care outcomes
indications for revision surgery and strategies for achieving optimal results Management of
congenital and developmental kyphosis lordosis syndromic conditions and low and high grade
spondylolisthesis Clinical pearls on spine surgery in the developing world safety issues and
complications and the importance of developing outcome metrics The AOSpine Masters series a
copublication of Thieme and the AOSpine Foundation addresses current clinical issues featuring
international masters sharing their expertise in the core areas in the field. The goal of the
series is to contribute to an evolving dynamic model of evidence-based approach to spine care.
This outstanding textbook is a must have for spine surgeons in particular those who specialize
in treating childhood spine disorders. Orthopaedic and neurosurgery residents as well as
veteran surgeons with extensive knowledge will find this an indispensable tool for daily
practice.
