title: [Postural kyphosis and morbus Scheuermann].
abstract: Scheuermann's kyphosis is the most frequent structural kyphosis in adolescents. There are gaps in the knowledge of epidemiology, aetiology and treatment. There are strong genetic and mechanical factors in the aetiology. Treatment options depend on the cobb's angle measured and the skeletal maturity. Training and brace treatment yield good results for milder curves, while surgical correction is the most effective for severe curves > 70°. Indications for surgery are subject of debate as complications are not uncommon.
authors.affiliation: Ortopædkirurgisk Afdeling, Regionshospitalet Horsens, Denmark. jenpeder@rm.dk
authors.forename: Jens Brahe
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Pedersen
authors.forename: Zaid
authors.initials: Z
authors.lastname: Al-Aubaidi
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D006801:Humans; D011379:Prognosis; D012544:Scheuermann Disease / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy