Impact of scoliosis surgery on activities of daily living in females with Rett syndrome

Scoliosis is a common orthopaedic complication of Rett syndrome, and surgery is commonly used to reduce asymmetry in cases with severe scoliosis.

Authors:
Downs J, Young D, de Klerk N, Bebbington A, Baikie G, Leonard H

Authors notes:
Journal of Pediatric Orthopedics. 2009; 29(4):369-74

Keywords:
Scoliosis, orthopaedic complication, Rett syndrome, reduce asymmetry, severe scoliosis

Abstract:
Scoliosis is a common orthopaedic complication of Rett syndrome, and surgery is commonly used to reduce asymmetry in cases with severe scoliosis