The field of adult spine deformities of various aetiologies has become a prevalent medical issue, significantly impacting patients' health-related quality of life and healthcare costs. Over recent years, the management of these conditions has become a focal point in the daily practice of spine specialists. Despite significant advancements in patient care, understanding of radiographic objectives, clinical outcomes, and surgical strategies to reduce common complications, the current results are still far from the gold standard. The future of managing spine deformities of all aetiologies will necessitate ongoing improvements in predictability, safety, and sustainability.
This Research Topic aims to explore how the management of spinal deformities has evolved over time and identify new perspectives to transition from a physician-based assessment to a patient-centered perception of improvement. The central theme of this volume is the advancements in treating this broad population, with a particular interest in applying new techniques and technological innovations to enhance care standards, reduce complications, and provide pre-operative individualized counselling regarding optimal treatment approaches.
To gain further insights into the management of spine deformities, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Current status of managing spine deformities considering all possible different aetiologies (scoliosis, hyperkyphosis, post-traumatic deformity, oncologic deformity) in young adults and adults, excluding the geriatric population;
- New frontiers in treating these complex diseases, including innovative surgical techniques and integrated approaches between different specialties;
- Technological evolution in the field.
Please note that while original articles and reviews will be considered for publication, other article types of particular interest may also be considered.
The field of adult spine deformities of various aetiologies has become a prevalent medical issue, significantly impacting patients' health-related quality of life and healthcare costs. Over recent years, the management of these conditions has become a focal point in the daily practice of spine specialists. Despite significant advancements in patient care, understanding of radiographic objectives, clinical outcomes, and surgical strategies to reduce common complications, the current results are still far from the gold standard. The future of managing spine deformities of all aetiologies will necessitate ongoing improvements in predictability, safety, and sustainability.
This Research Topic aims to explore how the management of spinal deformities has evolved over time and identify new perspectives to transition from a physician-based assessment to a patient-centered perception of improvement. The central theme of this volume is the advancements in treating this broad population, with a particular interest in applying new techniques and technological innovations to enhance care standards, reduce complications, and provide pre-operative individualized counselling regarding optimal treatment approaches.
To gain further insights into the management of spine deformities, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Current status of managing spine deformities considering all possible different aetiologies (scoliosis, hyperkyphosis, post-traumatic deformity, oncologic deformity) in young adults and adults, excluding the geriatric population;
- New frontiers in treating these complex diseases, including innovative surgical techniques and integrated approaches between different specialties;
- Technological evolution in the field.
Please note that while original articles and reviews will be considered for publication, other article types of particular interest may also be considered.