Prognosis of Both Surgical and Non-Surgical Treatments of Eos

Abstract

Early-onset scoliosis (EOS) is a form of scoliosis that occurs before the age of ten, regardless of the etiology. The severity of EOS ranges from mild to severe and can cause long-term health problems if not diagnosed and treated early. EOS affects fewer people than adolescent idiopathic scoliosis but requires specialized treatment. The conservative treatment methods can be listed as bracing and casting. The main goals of surgical treatment are to stop the progression of the curve and allow the thorax to grow normally. Thus, surgeries that allow spinal growth, which are also called "growth-friendly" surgeries, are first considered rather than spinal fusions. The prognosis of both conservative surgical treatments of EOS is determined by various factors, such as the patient's age, flexibility, and the magnitude of the curve. Congenital and neuromuscular scoliosis tends to progress more rapidly than idiopathic disorders. This chapter explores the prognosis of conservative and surgical treatment of EOS and the outcomes associated with different surgical approaches used to manage the condition. © 2024 Nova Science Publishers, Inc. All rights reserved.