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Suggest Treatment For Thoracic Dextroscoliosis
Here s the findings of my xray, kindly elaborate for me to understand. Is there any complications? Thank you in advance. No acute focal infiltrates or areas of consolidation. A tiny calcific density is noted in the Left upper lung superimposed on the clavicle and lateral aspect of the 1st rib. Heart is not enlarged. Hemidiaphragms, sulci and posterior gutters are intact. There is rightward deviation of the thoracic spine. Impression: Consider bone island versus pulomonary granuloma, left upper lung suggest apicolordotic view or flouroscopy for further evaluation Thoracic Dextroscoliosis
Tue, 4 Dec 2018
Hello,
Treatment options for thoracic dextroscoliosis include nonsurgical and surgical approaches.
Nonsurgical approach:
If the curve is less than 25 degrees and not rapidly worsening, your doctor will take X-rays and possibly other imaging tests every 6 to 12 months to monitor your condition.
If your spinal curves are between 25 to 45 degrees, your doctor may recommend bracing or casting to help support your spine. This won’t correct a curve, but it can help to prevent curves from worsening.
Surgical. Your doctor may recommend surgery if your curves are:
1. Severe
2. Worsening over time
3. Causing severe and obvious deformities
4. Resulting in additional complications, such as neurological or breathing problems. There may be different surgical approaches such as spinal fusion or metal rod or hemivertebra removal.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician
Treatment options for thoracic dextroscoliosis include nonsurgical and surgical approaches.
Nonsurgical approach:
If the curve is less than 25 degrees and not rapidly worsening, your doctor will take X-rays and possibly other imaging tests every 6 to 12 months to monitor your condition.
If your spinal curves are between 25 to 45 degrees, your doctor may recommend bracing or casting to help support your spine. This won’t correct a curve, but it can help to prevent curves from worsening.
Surgical. Your doctor may recommend surgery if your curves are:
1. Severe
2. Worsening over time
3. Causing severe and obvious deformities
4. Resulting in additional complications, such as neurological or breathing problems. There may be different surgical approaches such as spinal fusion or metal rod or hemivertebra removal.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician
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