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Association between genetic polymorphisms and risk of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis in case-control studies: a systematic review.
Journal of medical genetics - 19 Jan 2024
Terhune Elizabeth, Heyn Patricia, Piper Christi, Wethey Cambria, Monley Anna, Cuevas Melissa, Hadley Miller Nancy
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a structural lateral spinal curvature of ≥10° with rotation. Approximately 2%-3% of children across populations are affected with AIS, and this condition is responsible for ~$3 billion in costs within the USA. Although AIS is believed to have a strong genetic contribution, clinical translation of identified genetic variants has stalled. METHODS: The databases...
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