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The role of traditional growing rods in the era of magnetically controlled growing rods for the treatment of early-onset scoliosis.

Eric S VarleyJeff B PawelekGreg M MundisMatthew E OetgenPeter F SturmBehrooz A Akbarnianull nullBurt Yaszay
Published in: Spine deformity (2021)
TGR continues to have a role in the MCGR era. In this study, the most commonly reported indications for TGR were sagittal plane profile and trunk height. These results suggest that TGR is indicated in patients of short stature with stiff hyperkyphotic curves. As further experience is gained with MCGR, the indications for TGR will likely be refined.
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