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When should surgery for scoliosis be performed. I have seen >40, >45, and >50. Thanks
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Surgical treatment of scoliosis is definitely indicated for a Cobb angle >50 degrees, but in some cases that would also hold true for patients w/ a Cobb angle > 40 degrees.
For the pediatric boards exam, if they test this subject, you would see a Cobb angle > 50 degrees.
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