Canadian Spine Society 24th Annual Scientific Conference Abstracts

The conference highlights new research in spine care, bringing together experts to share ideas and innovations. A key focus is spinal deformity, with discussions on transitioning care from pediatric to adult patients. Other important topics include managing spinal trauma, improving recovery after surgery, and addressing surgical complications. Several studies focus on improving surgical techniques and outcomes for scoliosis and other spinal conditions. This includes using innovative technologies like AI and 3D topography for screening, assessing complications of different surgical approaches, and predicting patient satisfaction after surgery. Research also explores the impact of non-surgical factors on spine health and surgical outcomes. These factors include socioeconomic status, health care utilization, opioid use, and mental health. Several studies emphasize the importance of timely referrals and comprehensive patient management strategies.

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  Lower socioeconomic status and infrequent annual health examinations are associated with late referrals for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, potentially increasing the need for surgery.
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  An Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol for pediatric spine surgery reduces hospital stays without affecting pain levels and may offer long-term benefits in self-image and function.
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  Inaccuracies in Cobb angle measurements from community radiology can delay timely referrals for scoliosis, leading to missed opportunities for bracing and a higher surgical burden.