Current practices in MRI screening in early onset scoliosis.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Early onset scoliosis (EOS) has traditionally been an indication for MRI because of its association with neural axis abnormalities (NAAs). Because these abnormalities are often clinically silent and concerns regarding sedation in young children are growing, routine MRI for EOS is debated. This study investigates the current practices of EOS MRI screening among surgeons in the Pediatric Spine Study Group (PSSG).

Methods

A survey assessing EOS MRI practices was distributed to the PSSG. The survey presented scenarios that varied in age, curve size, and diagnosis and asked which scenarios would indicate an MRI. Respondents also ranked age, curve progression, etiology, and need for sedation by level of importance when considering to order MRI.

Results

Age and curve

SUBMITTER: Li AW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12021731 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature