The issue with long term seems to be curve type is a major factor. That is, if just the thorax is involved, even the H-rods do a reasonable job. Once you involve the lumbar, H-rods and newer instrumentation struggle.
Some people with large curves especially lumbar probably do better without surgery. But people with T curves seem have a net benefit from surgery.
So it is more curve location that determines destiny rather than treatment mode.
Some people with large curves especially lumbar probably do better without surgery. But people with T curves seem have a net benefit from surgery.
So it is more curve location that determines destiny rather than treatment mode.
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