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COA2021: Using Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods in Early Onset Scoliosis Paediatric Populations

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June 2021

COA2021: Using Magnetically Controlled Growing Rods in Early Onset Scoliosis Paediatric Populations

Vol: 44| Issue: 1| Number:5| ISSN#: 2564-2537
Study Type:Meta analysis
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1

Comparison of Magnetically-Controlled Growing Rods to Other Distraction-Based Surgical Technologies in Children With Early-Onset Scoliosis

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Contributing Authors:
D Bednar B Bergin W Kishta

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Eighteen studies containing a total of 636 children with early-onset scoliosis were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis comparing magnetically controlled growing rods to traditional growing rods. Outcomes of interest included Cobb angle, complication rate, quality of life, serum titanium levels, and cost-effectiveness. Results of this meta-analysis revealed significantly lower poo...

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