Publications by authors named "Jennifer Behrend"
Background: Progressive Early-Onset Scoliosis (EOS) in children may lead to surgical interventions with growth-friendly implants, which require repeated lengthening procedures in order to allow adequate growth. Quality of life was studied using the validated German version of the EOS-Questionnaire (EOSQ-24-G) in surgically treated EOS children with different lengthening modalities.
Methods: EOSQ-24-G and the KINDL questionnaire were given to families with EOS children who had been treated by either vertical expandable prosthetic titanium rib implants and repetitive lengthening surgeries every 6 months or children who had received a magnetically expansion controlled implant, which was externally lengthened every 3 months.
Article Synopsis
- Early-onset scoliosis (EOS) can lead to serious deformities in children, requiring aggressive treatment options like casting, bracing, or surgery, including frequent operations for implant adjustments.
- The study aimed to adapt the English version of the Early-Onset Scoliosis Questionnaire (EOSQ-24) into German and assess its reliability among parents of EOS patients.
- The German EOSQ-24 demonstrated excellent reliability with minimal missing data, showcasing strong internal consistency, making it a valid tool for assessing health-related quality of life in this patient group.