Scoliosis Research Society—Schwab Adult Spinal Deformity Classification

20111,262 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Frank Schwab · New York University Langone Orthopedic Hospital

Benjamin Ungar · New York University

Benjamin Blondel · New York University

Jacob M. Buchowski

Jeffrey D. Coe · Silicon Valley University

Donald Deinlein · University of Alabama at Birmingham

Christopher J. DeWald · Rush University

Abstract

Data from this study show that there is excellent inter- and intra-rater reliability and inter-rater agreement for curve type and each modifier. The high degree of reliability demonstrates that applying the classification system is easy and consistent.

Topics & Keywords

Scoliosis diagnosis and treatment Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques Pelvic and Acetabular Injuries

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Responsible consumption and production

Publication Details

Published in: Spine

Volume 37, Issue 12, pp. 1077-1082

DOI: 10.1097/brs.0b013e31823e15e2

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