Evaluation of ophthalmologic abnormalities in pediatric patients with idiopathic scoliosis: A prospective, cross-sectional, case-control study

Key Points

• To assess the prevalence of ophthalmologic abnormalities in children with idiopathic scoliosis.
• Prospective design evaluating ocular health in pediatric patients with idiopathic scoliosis vs. controls.
• Cross-sectional analysis comparing case and control groups.
• Utilized standardized eye examinations to identify abnormalities.
• Identified a significant prevalence of ophthalmologic abnormalities in patients with idiopathic scoliosis compared to controls.
• Specific abnormalities noted include visual and refractive errors, with adjusted odds ratios indicating strong associations.
• Suggests a potential link between scoliosis and ocular health issues in pediatric populations.