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(M96.5) Postradiation scoliosis
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820 667 in individuals diagnosis postradiation scoliosis confirmed
Diagnosis postradiation scoliosis is diagnosed Women are 0.39% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis postradiation scoliosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis postradiation scoliosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease postradiation scoliosis - Men and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-95+
Disease Features postradiation scoliosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Postradiation scoliosis - what does this mean
Postradiation scoliosis is a type of curvature of the spine that can occur after receiving radiation therapy for cancer. it is caused by direct damage to the growth plates in the spine, resulting in an uneven growth of the vertebrae and abnormal curvature of the spine.
What happens during the disease - postradiation scoliosis
Postradiation scoliosis is a condition caused by the abnormal growth of the vertebrae and surrounding soft tissue due to radiation therapy. this results in an abnormal curvature of the spine, which can lead to pain, decreased mobility, and other health problems. in many cases, the radiation therapy was used to treat a primary medical condition, such as cancer, and the damage to the spine was an unintended side effect.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- X-ray imaging
- MRI scans
- CT scans
- Bone density tests
- Blood tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the progression of postradiation scoliosis
- Prescription of a brace for scoliosis
- Regular physical therapy sessions
- Regular monitoring of the spine with X-rays or CT scans
- Prescription of pain medications
- Prescription of muscle relaxants
- Prescription of anti-inflammatory medications
- Prescription of a physical activity program
- Prescription of a stretching program
- Prescription of a strengthening program
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Postradiation scoliosis - Prevention
Postradiation scoliosis can be prevented by reducing the radiation dose to the spine, avoiding radiation to the spine when possible, and using shielding to minimize radiation exposure to the spine when radiation is necessary.