Review Note
Last Update: 06/10/2024 12:01 AM
Current Deck: SLS Cards::10. Pediatric growth and nutrition
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Commit #107662
Explain the importance of assessing the lumbosacral spine and scoliosis in routine physical examinations.
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Commit #107662- Early detection of congenital anomalies (e.g. spina bifida, tethered cord syndrome, other neural tube defects) via inspection for sacral dimple or tuft of hair.
- Early detection of scoliosis and other associated conditions (e.g. neuromuscular, Marfan, other connective tissue disorders)
- Prevent long-term complications (e.g. chronic pain, resp issues, reduced QoL)
- Timely intervention and reducing progression