The definitive practical reference on managing idiopathic scoliosis from world-renowned expertsIdiopathic Scoliosis: The Harms Study Group Treatment Guide, Second Edition, edited by Peter O. Newton, Amer F. Samdani, Harry L. Shufflebarger, Randal R. Betz, and Jürgen Harms and written by an impressive group of experts reflects treatment advances made in the last decade. Greater understanding of the etiology and improved 3D anatomy has resulted in significant strides in clinical management of scoliosis. This richly illustrated book presents all facets of evaluation and treatment of abnormal curvature of the spine, supported by a solid foundation of evidence-based data culled from the prestigious Harms Study Group.Divided into four sections and 31 chapters, this one-stop reference encompasses the full spectrum of surgical and nonoperative interventions-from early treatments to modern novel growth modulation techniques. In this second edition, each chapter has been updated and several new ones have been added, reflecting current literature, practice, and expert perspective. Throughout the book, masters share clinical pearls and firsthand knowledge on managing diverse types of adolescent idiopathic spinal deformity, with the common goal of improved patient outcomes.Key HighlightsInnovative topics include teamwork and safety in spine surgery, halo traction for large curves, anterior growth modulation, intraoperative neuromonitoring, and kyphosis restoration in scoliosis surgerySurgical chapters follow a consistent layout, encompassing rationales, techniques, and outcomesPostoperative chapters feature discussion of long-term clinical and radiographic outcomes, infections, complications, and rapid post-op recoveryA wealth of illustrations enhance the reader's knowledge of specific techniquesThis comprehensive textbook is essential reading for orthopaedic and neurosurgical residents, fellows, and researchers. Young spine surgeons embarking on their careers and senior surgeons who wish to remain up-to-date on new techniques for treating adolescent idiopathic scoliosis will also benefit from this illuminating resource.This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.

Section I. Evaluation and Management1 History of Scoliosis Treatment2 Etiological Theories of Idiopathic Scoliosis3 Prevalence and Natural History4 Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Patients with Scoliosis5 Nonoperative Management of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis6 Classification of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis for Surgical Intervention7 Biomechanics and Correction of Scoliosis8 Benefits of Teams and Teamwork in Spine Surgery Quality, Safety, and Value9 Clinical Implications of Three-Dimensional AnalysisSection II. Surgical Considerations10 Selective versus Nonselective Fusion for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis11 Selection of Fusion Levels12 Posterior Correction Techniques in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis13 Halo Traction in Large Idiopathic Scoliotic Curves14 Indications and Techniques for Anterior Release and Fusion15 Posterior Releases: Pontes and Three-Column Osteotomies16 Surgical Treatment of the Right Thoracic Curve Pattern17 Assessment and Management of Shoulder Balance18 The Surgical Treatment of Lumbar and Thoracolumbar Curve Patterns (Lenke V)19 The Surgical Treatment of Double and Triple Curves (Lenke Types 3, 4, and 6)20 Thoracoplasty21 Kyphosis Restoration in Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisSection III. Postoperative Management22 Long-Term Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Scoliosis23 Infection in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis24 Complications and Reoperations in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis25 Accelerated Pathways26 Untreated Late-Onset Idiopathic Scoliosis and Revision Surgery in AdultsSection IV. Miscellaneous Topics27 Osteobiologic Agents for Spinal Fusion28 Intraoperative Neuromonitoring29 Anterior Growth Modulation30 Managing the Preadolescent Curve: Early Fusion versus Posterior Distraction31 The Development and Evolution of the Harms Study Group Registry