Prospective, Multi-Center Adult Spinal Deformity Outcomes Database Registry

Prospective, Multi-Center Adult Spinal Deformity Outcomes Database Registry

The clinical, radiographic, and HRQL outcomes will be compared in operative and nonoperative adult spinal deformity patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of adult degenerative or idiopathic scoliosis with a curvature of the spine measuring greater than or equal to 20 degrees
• Sagittal Vertical Axis (SVA) > 5cm
• Pelvic Tilt > 25 degrees
• Thoracic kyphosis > 60 degrees
• Age 18 or greater at the time of enrollment.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of scoliosis other than degenerative or idiopathic (i.e. paralytic/neuromuscular, congenital)
• Age <18 yrs at time of surgery or initial consultation