Predictors of Rod Length Gain and Sagittal Alignment Change After Magnetically Controlled Growing Rod Lengthening.

Study Design: This was a retrospective cohort study.

Objective: There are preoperative characteristics that predict rod lengthening of magnetically controlled growing rods (MCGR). The lengthening of MCGR will lead to increased kyphosis.

Risk Factors for Rebound After Correction of Genu Valgum in Skeletal Dysplasia Patients Treated by Tension Band Plates.

Background: Growth modulation using tension band plates (TBPs) is increasingly important for lower limb deformity correction in patients with skeletal dysplasia (SKD). Development of rebound deformity is a concern after TBP removal. Data regarding this complication are rare; therefore, we evaluated the prevalence and risk factors for rebound deformity in children with SKD undergoing correction of genu valgum using TBP.

Elongation-Derotation-Flexion Casting Treatment of Early-Onset Progressive Scoliosis in Skeletal Dysplasia.

Background: Early-onset scoliosis in children with skeletal dysplasia is progressive, contributing to cardiopulmonary restrictive disease. Serial elongation-derotation-flexion (EDF) casting, used in other etiologies of scoliosis to delay curve progression, may be beneficial in maximizing spine growth. Our hypothesis is serial EDF casting can be safely used as a temporary alternative to surgery, delaying progression and preserving growth, to treat scoliosis in skeletal dysplasia.