Spinal deformities in tall girls

Authors

  • Lars B. Skogland
  • Harald Steen
  • Olav Trygstad

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678508994344

Abstract

In a prospective study, 62 girls who consulted the paediatric department because of tall stature were examined for spinal deformities. Thirteen cases of scoliosis measuring 10 degrees or more were found. Eighteen girls had a thoracic kyphosis of more than 40 degrees and 11 had additional vertebral abnormalities indicating Scheuermann's disease. The incidence of scoliosis and Scheuermann's disease was much higher in our material than normal.

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Published

1985-01-01

How to Cite

Skogland, L. B., Steen, H., & Trygstad, O. (1985). Spinal deformities in tall girls. Acta Orthopaedica, 56(2), 155–157. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678508994344